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Theories of international relations, assumed to be universally applicable, have failed to explain the creation of states in Africa. There, the interaction of power and space is dramatically different from what occurred in Europe. In States and Power in Africa, Jeffrey Herbst places the African statebuilding process in a truly comparative perspective. Herbst's bold contentionthat the conditions now facing African statebuilders existed long before European penetration of the continentis sure to provoke controversy, for it runs counter to the prevailing assumption that colonialism changed everything.This revised edition includes a new preface in which the author links the enormous changes that have taken place in Africa over the past fifteen years to longterm state consolidation. The final chapter on policy prescriptions has also been revised to reflect the evolution of African and international responses to state failure.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'States and Power in Africa'? A: The book examines the unique process of state-building in Africa, contrasting it with European experiences, and argues that the conditions for state formation existed prior to colonialism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'States and Power in Africa' is Jeffrey Herbst.
- Q: When was the second edition published? A: The second edition of the book was published on December 21, 2014.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'States and Power in Africa' have? A: The book contains 312 pages.
- Q: What does the revised edition include? A: The revised edition includes a new preface linking recent changes in Africa to long-term state consolidation and updated policy prescriptions.
- Q: What subjects does this book cover? A: The book covers international relations theories, state formation, power dynamics, and the historical context of African states.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, it is suitable for academic use, particularly for students and scholars interested in African studies, political science, or international relations.
- Q: What makes this book different from other texts on Africa? A: It offers a comparative perspective on state-building and challenges prevailing assumptions about the impact of colonialism on African state formation.
- Q: Can I find this book in other formats? A: Currently, it is only available in paperback, but you may find digital formats through various academic platforms.