Title
The Wonga Coup: Guns, Thugs, and a Ruthless Determination to Create Mayhem in an OilRich Corner of Africa,Used
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Equatorial Guinea is a tiny country roughly the size of the state of Maryland. Humid, jungle covered, and rife with unpleasant diseases, natives call it Devil Island. Its president in 2004, Obiang Nguema, had been accused of cannibalism, belief in witchcraft, mass murder, billion dollar corruption, and general rule by terror. With so little to recommend it, why in March 2004 was Equatorial Guinea the target of a group of salty British, South African and Zimbabwean mercenaries, travelling on an Americanregistered exNational Guard plane specially adapted for military purposes, that was originally flown to Africa by American pilots? The real motive lay deep below the ocean floor: oil.In The Dogs of War, Frederick Forsyth effectively described an attempt by mercenaries to overthrow the government of Equatorial Guinea in 1972. And the chain of events surrounding the night of March 7, 2004, is a rare case of life imitating art or, at least, life imitating a 1970s thriller in almost uncanny detail. With a cast of characters worthy of a remake of Wild Geese and a plot as mazy as it was unlikely, The Wonga Coup is a tale of venality, overarching vanity and greed whose example speaks to the problems of the entire African continent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Wonga Coup'? A: 'The Wonga Coup' discusses the attempted coup in Equatorial Guinea in 2004, focusing on mercenaries involved and the country's political and economic situation, particularly its oil resources.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Wonga Coup'? A: The author of 'The Wonga Coup' is Adam Roberts.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Wonga Coup' is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Wonga Coup' have? A: 'The Wonga Coup' contains 321 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Wonga Coup' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Wonga Coup' published? A: 'The Wonga Coup' was published on August 28, 2007.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Wonga Coup'? A: 'The Wonga Coup' explores themes of greed, corruption, and the complexities of colonialism in Africa, as well as the influence of oil on political conflicts.
- Q: Is 'The Wonga Coup' suitable for readers interested in African politics? A: Yes, 'The Wonga Coup' is suitable for readers interested in African politics, particularly the intersection of mercenary actions and governance in oil-rich regions.
- Q: What makes 'The Wonga Coup' a unique read? A: 'The Wonga Coup' is unique for its detailed narrative that connects real-life events with elements of thriller fiction, highlighting the bizarre circumstances around the coup attempt.
- Q: Can I find 'The Wonga Coup' in new condition? A: 'The Wonga Coup' is currently listed as a used book in good condition; availability in new condition may vary.