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The State of Africa: A History of Fifty Years of Independence

by Martin Meredith
$8.90
The State of Africa: A History of Fifty Years of Independence
The State of Africa: A History of Fifty Years of Independence

Insightful chronicle of post-colonial African struggles.

If you're intrigued by the complexities of modern Africa, "The State of Africa" is an indispensable read. Martin Meredith provides a deeply researched narrative that makes sense of the turbulent journey of a continent post-independence, offering rich context for anyone looking to understand the political and social dynamics that shape Africa today. It's thorough yet accessible, blending journalistic clarity with historical depth.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The State of Africa: A History of Fifty Years of Independence

by Martin Meredith
$8.90
ISBN: 9780743232227
Authors: Martin Meredith
Publisher: Free Press
Date of Publication: 2006-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Economics, Politics, History, Travel
Related Topics: History, World History, Politics, Historical, History, Reference
Goodreads rating: 4.19
(rated by 7256 readers)

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Providing a sweeping history of post-colonial Africa, Martin Meredith explores why the continent is in such a mess and what, if anything, can be done about it.
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Insightful chronicle of post-colonial African struggles.

If you're intrigued by the complexities of modern Africa, "The State of Africa" is an indispensable read. Martin Meredith provides a deeply researched narrative that makes sense of the turbulent journey of a continent post-independence, offering rich context for anyone looking to understand the political and social dynamics that shape Africa today. It's thorough yet accessible, blending journalistic clarity with historical depth.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.