The State in Africa: The Politics of the Belly

The State in Africa: The Politics of the Belly
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"The State in Africa" is the English translation of one of the most important texts in comparative politics of the 1980s. Drawing upon a wide range of literature, the author shatters the myths surrounding African politics based on the images of famine, corruption and civil war. He challenges the existing western perception of Africa based on these theories and argues that we can only begin to understand the dynamics of contemporary African politics by comprehending the long term history of political thought and social action in Africa. The book covers both Anglophone and Francophone Africa. It includes quotation of authentic African voices from the people on the street to African presidents. The English edition includes a preface by Professor John Dunn, University of Cambridge, and a specially written introduction by Bayart. The author, Jean-Francois Bayart, is one of France's leading political scientists. He is the founder and editor of the journal "Politique Africaine" as well as being the author of many books on African politics. The book is aimed at 3rd year undergraduate and postgraduate students, and academics. It is suitable for those following courses in African politics, Third World politics, development studies, comparative politics and historical sociology.
Country USA
Brand Brand: Longman Group United Kingdom
Manufacturer Addison-Wesley Longman Ltd
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780582064218
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Brand: Longman Group United Kingdom
Manufacturer	Addison-Wesley Longman Ltd
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780582064218
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The State in Africa: The Politics of the Belly

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