Benefits of Famine
A Political Economy of Famine and Relief in Southwestern Sudan, 1983-9
Published on 30. October 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-1-84701-314-9 (ISBN)
Description
First paperback edition with a new and updated author's introduction, and a Foreword by Douglas H. Johnson..
The conflict in Darfur had a precursor in Sudan's famines of the 1980s and 1990s. David Keen's The Benefits of Famine presented a new and startling interpretation of the causes of war-induced famine. The book is now in paperback for the first time with a new and updated introduction by the author. The Benefits of Famine gives depth to understanding the Darfur crisis.
DAVID KEEN is Professor of Complex Emergencies at the DevelopmentStudies Institute, London School of Economics
North America: Ohio U Press; Uganda: Fountain Publishers
The conflict in Darfur had a precursor in Sudan's famines of the 1980s and 1990s. David Keen's The Benefits of Famine presented a new and startling interpretation of the causes of war-induced famine. The book is now in paperback for the first time with a new and updated introduction by the author. The Benefits of Famine gives depth to understanding the Darfur crisis.
DAVID KEEN is Professor of Complex Emergencies at the DevelopmentStudies Institute, London School of Economics
North America: Ohio U Press; Uganda: Fountain Publishers
Reviews / Votes
A well-documented and historically informed statement on the 'politics of famine' in Sudan, with a focus on its functions. [...] Constitute[s] an invaluable resource for researchers, policy makers and members of the general public interested in understanding the genesis, functions, and impacts of civil conflicts in Sudan. * AFRICAN AFFAIRS * [An] excellent and valuable book. [...] Anyone who has to deal with famine relief or has an academic or personal interest in this subject should read this book. * SUDAN STUDIES * The most comprehensive and convincing account to date of how a famine is created and why. It sets a standard for analytical cogency and empirical investigation that has rarely been equalled in this field. -- Alex de Waal * DEVELOPMENT & CHANGE * This thoroughly researched and well-written book is essential reading not only for all who deal with famine relief and disaster management but also students of public health, the social sciences and rural development. * THE LANCET * The author has skilfully demonstrated how different regimes in Khartoum exploited Western security perceptions in the region for their own political and strategic ends. * CHOICE *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 138 mm
Weight
410 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84701-314-9 (9781847013149)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
David Keen is Reader in Complex Emergencies at the Development Studies Institute, London School of Economics and Political Science.
Content
Foreword by Douglas H. Johnson
Introduction to the paperback edition
Overview
Famine & exploitation in historical perspective
Victims & beneficiaries: a case study of famine as a combination of exploitative processes
The inadequacy of relief: a 'policy success' for powerful groups in Sudan
The inadequacy of relief: the role of international donors
Discussions & conclusions
Introduction to the paperback edition
Overview
Famine & exploitation in historical perspective
Victims & beneficiaries: a case study of famine as a combination of exploitative processes
The inadequacy of relief: a 'policy success' for powerful groups in Sudan
The inadequacy of relief: the role of international donors
Discussions & conclusions