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Country of My Skull: Guilt, Sorrow, and the Limits of Forgiveness in the New South Africa by Antjie Krog is a narrative nonfiction work that chronicles the period between the formation of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and its conclusion, blending first-person testimony, poetry, philosophy, psychology, and fiction. Krog, an Afrikaner journalist, explores the sociopolitical landscape and personal identities, focusing on victims and perpetrators of apartheid, political reactions, gender struggles, trauma, and the nation's attempt to heal and move forward. The book addresses sensitive topics including racism, human rights abuses, and gender-based violence.