The Number

"The Number" chronicles the complex life of Magadien Wentzel, a man with deep ties to South Africa's prison gangs and criminal underworld, as narrated through his conversations with Jonny Steinberg. The story explores Wentzel's navigation between these worlds, his efforts to reconnect with his estranged family, and his quest for identity and redemption. With insight into South Africa's underclass and its history, the book presents a compelling look at memory, resilience, and the search for meaning amidst a turbulent past.