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Ras Alula and the Scramble for Africa: A Political Biography : Ethiopia & Eritrea 18751897,Used
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Ras Alula (18471897) was one of the Big Men or Telek Saw who played a prominent role in the making of modern Ethiopia. He was famous enough to be lamented by a British historian as, 'the greatest leader that Abyssinia has produced since the death of the Emperor Theodore in 1868.' As remembered by the Ethiopians and reflected in their literature, 'the famous and brave Ras Alula' was a great warrior whose valor and military skill contributed greatly to various important victories over Ethiopia's enemies. Both Italians and Ethiopians regarded Alula as the most persistent opponent of Italian involvement in Ethiopian affairs. Professor Haggai Erlich's Ras Alula and the Scramble for Africa: A Political Biography has all the ingredients of personal drama. The life and times of this great Ethiopian political figure of the 9th century in its vicissitudes reflects some of the major issues in his period. The revival of Tigrean hegemony over Ethiopia; the military victories which guaranteed the survival of Ethiopia's independence; the rise of Menilek I and the great national victory near Adwa were all milestones in the Ras's life. Simultaneously, the story of this son of a peasant his successes and failures, his ambitions and weaknesses, his achievements and mistakes was an important factor in those developments. This biography makes a significant contribution in the study of an important chapter in the history of Ethiopia and Eritrea through the experience of a person who was not the head of the state. As such, it is also an insightful analysis of late 19th century Ethiopian sociopolitics. 'Erlich surveys skillfully, and in considerable detail, two of the most eventful decades of Ethiopia's diplomatic history, 187597. . . . He) has unearthed a considerable mass of detail on the Ras's life for which scholars will be grateful.' Richard, Pankhurst [A]n example of a genre comparatively rare in Ethiopian Historical studies,Ithis work of biography is virtually unique. Erlich's work addresses important questions of contemporary interest.' Donald L. Crumm
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'Ras Alula and the Scramble for Africa'? A: The book focuses on Ras Alula, a key political and military figure in Ethiopia's history during the late 19th century, detailing his role in shaping modern Ethiopia and resisting Italian influence.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The biography is authored by Haggai Erlich, who provides an in-depth analysis of Ras Alula's life and the historical context of Ethiopia and Eritrea during that time.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on December 31, 1996.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a paperback biography that provides a detailed account of Ras Alula's life and the significant events in Ethiopian history between 1875 and 1897.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 223 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is available as a used item in good condition.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the biography? A: Key themes include military strategy, political dynamics of the era, and the social conditions in Ethiopia during Ras Alula's lifetime.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, this biography is suitable for academic research as it provides detailed historical insights and references that could benefit scholars of Ethiopian history.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews of this book? A: Yes, the book has received positive reviews, with scholars appreciating its detailed survey of Ethiopia's diplomatic history and its unique contribution to historical biography.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: The book is in its new edition.