An Introduction to the Politics of Tropical Africa
1st Edition
Published on 26. November 2010
288 pages
978-1-136-85874-1 (ISBN)
Description
This wide-ranging and informative introduction to politics in tropical Africa, first published in 1984, is essential reading to students, businessmen, government officials and economic advisers alike. Situating the contemporary scene firmly in its historical context, which stresses both pre-colonial and colonial heritages, he emphasizes how politicians are constrained by the past, the physical environment and the world's economy, yet still retain freedom of choice on a wide range of issues. The book is thematically organised and provides both an overview of the general similarities of the continent and also enough detail to flesh out the realities of tribalism and corruption, as well as illustrating the variations that inevitably occur in a continent of sovereign states.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Reflowable
File size
0,35 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-136-85874-1 (9781136858741)
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Content
1. The Acquisition of Empire 2. The Imperial Intermission 3. The Transfer of Power 4. The Political Environment 5. The Search for Appropriate Structures 6. The View from Below 7. African States and the External World
