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Empire in Africa: Angola and Its Neighbors (Volume 84) (Ohio RIS Africa Series),Used
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The dark years of European fascism left their indelible mark on Africa. As late as the 1970s, Angola was still ruled by white autocrats, whose dictatorship was eventually overthrown by black nationalists who had never experienced either the rule of law or participatory democracy. Empire in Africa takes the long view of history and asks whether the colonizing ventures of the Portuguese can bear comparison with those of the Mediterranean Ottomans or those experienced by Angolas neighbors in the Belgian Congo, French Equatorial Africa, or the Dutch colonies at the Cape of Good Hope and in the Transvaal. David Birmingham takes the reader through Angolas troubled past, which included endemic warfare for the first twentyfive years of independence, and examines the fact that in the absence of a viable neocolonial referee such as Britain or France, the warring parties turned to Cold War superpowers for a supply of guns. For a decade Angola replaced Vietnam as a field in which an international war by proxy was conducted. Empire in Africa explains how this African nation went from colony to independence, how in the 1990s the Cold War legacy turned to civil war, and how peace finally dawned in 2002.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has two hundred pages. It provides a thorough exploration of Angola's history and its neighbors.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is paperback bound. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of this book are five point five one inches wide by eight point five inches tall. It is a typical size for paperback books.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is David Birmingham. He is known for his insights into African history and politics.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: This book falls under the historical non-fiction genre. It focuses on the political and social history of Angola.
- Q: What is the main topic of this book? A: The main topic of this book is the history of Angola and its colonial past. It examines the impact of European fascism on the region.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book like any other paperback. Simply open it and start from the beginning.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: This book is best suited for adult readers. Its complex themes and historical context may not be appropriate for younger audiences.
- Q: Can I use this book for research? A: Yes, this book is suitable for research purposes. It provides detailed accounts of Angola's history that can be beneficial for academic work.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a dry, cool place. Keep it upright on a shelf to prevent damage to the spine.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, this is a used book in good condition. It has been well-maintained for continued reading.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact customer support for a return or exchange. They will guide you through the process.
- Q: Does this book have any illustrations? A: No, this book does not include illustrations. It focuses on text to convey its historical narrative.
- Q: What is the publication year of this book? A: This book was published in 2005. It has been a resource for understanding Angola's historical context since then.
- Q: Is there a bibliography in this book? A: Yes, the book includes a bibliography. This provides references for further reading and research.