The State of Africa: A History of Fifty Years of IndependenceA sweeping history of post-colonial Africa, exploring why the continent is in such a mess and what, if anything, can be done about it. |
Contents
The Gold Coast Experiment | 17 |
Revolt on the Nile | 30 |
Land of the Setting Sun | 44 |
Copyright | |
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The State of Africa: A History of the Continent Since Independence Martin Meredith Limited preview - 2011 |
The State of Africa: A History of Fifty Years of Independence Martin Meredith No preview available - 2006 |
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