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Book SynopsisCritically explores Britain's fascination with 'doing good' in Africa under New Labour, and in particular under the premiership of Tony Blair, and, in so doing, sets out to explain the role of idealisation in international relations.
Trade ReviewBritain and Africa under Blair: In pursuit of the Good State (2011) is a rich and perspicacious analysis of the weight of Prime Minister Tony Blair's presence in Africa during his premiership.
"The book should make a good read for anybody interested in apprehending the color of British politics in contemporary Africa, ethical leadership and international relations, which are vital in the age of globalization and human side of politics."
"A fascinating study of Britain's Africa policy during Tony Blair's tenure as prime minister."
".....a distinctively novel interpretation of how personal and state values, ideals, and interests interacted in the conduct of New Labour's foreign policy toward Africa, particularly Sierra Leone and Nigeria."
"It sets a high standard and should inspire others to employ similarly imaginative approaches to old subjects. The book is highly recommended for academic and professional audiences concerned with foreign policy, African studies, and ethics in international affairs."
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Table of ContentsList of abbreviations
Preface
1. New Labour: doing good in Africa
2. Ideas of the good and the political
3. How the British found utopia in Africa
4. The good, the bad and the ambiguous
5. Healing the scar?
6. Idealisation in Africa
7. The good state
8. Conclusion
Bibliography
Index
