Liberal Democracy and Peace in South Africa : The Pursuit of Freedom As Dignity

South Africa's transition to democracy was met by the global audience with at first, disbelief, followed later by applause. After fifteen years of democracy big questions remain: has a more democratic regime also lead to a more liberal society? And has democracy made for a more peaceful society? Front Matter....Pages i-xiv Introduction....Pages 1-11 Democratization, Liberalization, and Pacification....Pages 13-33 The State as Guardian?....Pages 35-68 Society in Transition: An Overview....Pages 69-89 Interpersonal Relations: Trust, Tolerance, and Gender....Pages 91-132 Religion, Evil, and Liberalization....Pages 133-158 Outsiders....Pages 159-171 Conclusion....Pages 173-206 Back Matter....Pages 207-247