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The Fate Of Africa: A History Of The Continent Since Independence
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The Definitive Story Of African Nations After They Emerged From Colonialism From Mugabe'S Doomed Kleptocracy To Mandela'S Inspiring Defeat Of Apartheid.The Fate Of Africa Has Been Hailed By Reviewers As A Masterpiece....The Nonfiction Book Of The Year (The New York Post); A Magnificent Achievement (Weekly Standard); A Joy, (Wall Street Journal) And One Of The Decade'S Most Important Works On Africa (Publishers Weekly, Starred Review). Spanning The Full Breadth Of The Continent, From The Bloody Revolt In Algiers Against The French To Zimbabwe'S Civil War, Martin Meredith'S Classic History Focuses On The Key Personalities, Events And Themes Of The Independence Era, And Explains The Myriad Problems That Africa Has Faced In The Past Halfcentury. It Covers Recent Events Like The Ongoing Conflict In Sudan, The Controversy Over Western Aid, The Exploitation Of Africa'S Resources, And The Growing Importance And Influence Of China.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Fate of Africa'? A: 'The Fate of Africa' primarily focuses on the history of African nations after gaining independence from colonialism, exploring key events, personalities, and the challenges faced by these countries.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Fate of Africa'? A: The book is authored by Martin Meredith, a well-respected writer and historian known for his works on African history.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'The Fate of Africa' was published on September 6, 2011.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Fate of Africa' have? A: 'The Fate of Africa' contains a total of 816 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of 'The Fate of Africa' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are some key themes covered in the book? A: The book covers various themes, including the independence era, civil wars, Western aid controversies, resource exploitation, and China's growing influence in Africa.
- Q: Is 'The Fate of Africa' suitable for academic use? A: Yes, 'The Fate of Africa' is suitable for academic use as it provides a comprehensive historical perspective and analysis of post-colonial Africa.
- Q: What reviews has 'The Fate of Africa' received? A: The book has been praised as 'A masterpiece' by The New York Post and described by Publishers Weekly as 'one of the decade's most important works on Africa'.
- Q: Can I find illustrations in this edition of the book? A: Yes, this edition of 'The Fate of Africa' is illustrated, providing visual context to the historical events discussed.