A Good Man in Africa: Archbishop Desmond Tutu
The title of William Boyd’s book could have been invented for Desmond Tutu and I make no apologies for this rather personal review of his contribution to South Africa, Africa and the world.
The former Archbishop of Cape Town and one of the most important public figures in South Africa has announced that he is stepping down from public life after decades of tireless work as a churchman and as the conscience of South Africa.
I say this is a personal review as I think it is important to get across the all important humanity of the man rather than just go over the public image.
I’m not religious and as a journalist for three decades have developed a certain cynicism. But meeting Father Desmond, as he asked me to call him rather than Archbishop or Your Grace, was a deeply affecting experience.
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The title of William Boyd’s book could have been invented for Desmond Tutu and I make no apologies for this rather personal review of his contribution to South Africa, Africa and the world.
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