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Vast, diverse, dynamic, and turbulent, the true nature of Africa is often obscured by its poverty-stricken image. In this controversial and gripping guide, Tom Young cuts through the emotional hype to critically analyse the continent's political history and the factors behind its dismal economic performance. Maintaining that colonial influences are often overplayed, Young argues that much blame must lie with African governments themselves and that Western aid can often cause as much harm as good.



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"A very useful introduction…highly recommended."

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Africa: A Beginner's Guide

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      Publisher: Oneworld Publications
      Publication Date: 01/07/2010
      ISBN13: 9781851687534, 978-1851687534
      ISBN10: 185168753X
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      Business, Finance & Law Economic history History African history Political structure and processes

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      Book Synopsis

      Vast, diverse, dynamic, and turbulent, the true nature of Africa is often obscured by its poverty-stricken image. In this controversial and gripping guide, Tom Young cuts through the emotional hype to critically analyse the continent's political history and the factors behind its dismal economic performance. Maintaining that colonial influences are often overplayed, Young argues that much blame must lie with African governments themselves and that Western aid can often cause as much harm as good.



      Trade Review

      "A very useful introduction…highly recommended."

      * Journal of Modern African Studies *

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