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Book SynopsisA rare first-hand account of the violent implosion and ongoing humanitarian tragedy of the world’s youngest state.
Trade Review“A highly personal and timely memoir that will be useful and compelling to students, scholars, and general readers, especially those who have worked and lived in South Sudan within the last two decades.” Marv Koop, former director of the AECOM Sudan / South Sudan program
“Collapse of a Country is a book that must be read by anyone who wishes to understand the complexity of the birth of this new nation. Nick’s personal account of how he managed his role as an ambassador during this time is a remarkable reflection of his passion and integrity.” Roméo Dallaire and Shelly Whitman from the foreword
"Collapse of a Country draws from the author's special perspective as an ambassador who traveled widely through the South Sudan, from 2001 to 2016. His writing is vivid and detailed. Highly recommended." Choice
"Full of head-shaking examples of bureaucratic practices gone afoul, Coghlan's insistence that more could be done with practices and processes that respond to the needs of Canada's various embassies overseas provides some of the most stirring content of t
