C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd - Understanding Contemporary Ethiopia Monarchy Revolution And The Legacy Of Meles Zenawi - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: When we think of Ethiopia we tend to think in cliches: Solomon and the Queen of Sheba the Falasha Jews the epic reign of Emperor Haile Selassie the Communist Revolution famine and civil war. Among the countries of Africa it has a high profile yet is poorly known. How - ever all cliches contain within them a kernel of truth and occlude much more. Today's Ethiopia (and its painfully liberated sister state of Eritrea) are largely obscured by these mythical views and a secondary literature that is partial or propagandist. Moreover there have been few attempts to offer readers a comprehensive overview of the country's recent history politics and culture that goes beyond the usual guidebook fare. Understanding Contemporary Ethiopia seeks to do just that presenting a measured detailed and systematic analysis of the main features of this unique country now building on the foundations of a magical and tumultuous past as it struggles to emerge in the modern world on its own terms.
Title: Understanding Contemporary Ethiopia Monarchy Revolution And The Legacy Of Meles Zenawi
Brand: C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Barcode: 9781849042611
Pages: 416 Pages
Publication Date: 9/15/2015
Category: 21st Century History: From C 2000 -