Description
Book SynopsisA compact and useable introduction to the understanding of contemporary Sudan, and a convenient reference work. The Sudan Handbook, based on the Rift Valley Institute's successful Sudan Field Course, is an authoritative and accessible introduction to Sudan, vividly written and edited by leading Sudanese and international specialists. The handbook offers a concise introduction to all aspects of the country, rooted in a broad historical account of the development of the Sudanese state. It consists of eighteen self-contained, cross-referenced chapters, covering essential topics in the geography, history, sociology, culture and politics of the country, written by outstanding Sudanese scholars and recognized international experts. It includes numerous purpose-drawn maps and diagrams,glossaries of key terms, capsule biographies of key figures, a chronology and a bibliography. John Ryle, Rift Valley Institute and Division of Social Sciences, Bard College, USA; Justin Willis, Department of History, Durham University, UK and former Director of the British Institute in Eastern Africa; Suliman Baldo, International Center for Transitional Justice, New York, International Crisis Group; Jok Madut Jok, Department of History, LoyolaMarymount University, USA. Published in association with the Rift Valley Institute
Trade ReviewDiplomats, aid workers and development workers heading for a tour of duty , in either of the Sudans, or both, should certainly read this collection of well written and informative essays. * LAWFARE *
Very useful. [...] As a vehicle to introduce one to all things Sudanese, it succeeds very well and is to be highly recommended. * AFRICAN AFFAIRS *
A collection of readable, thought-provoking and intelligent essays that together provide a thorough introduction to Sudan and South Sudan. [...] It will be invaluable to anyone who does not have a deep prior knowledge. * SUDAN STUDIES *
This witness to all that was bad in the past [...] and the celebration of all that is good, such as the new nation's vibrant culture and economic prospects, belongs in all African studies libraries. Essential. * CHOICE *
CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title * . *
Table of ContentsIntroduction: Many Sudans - John Ryle and Justin Willis Land & water - Justin Willis and Omer Egemi and Philip Winter Early states on the Nile - Abdel Rahman Ali Mohammed and Derek Welsby Peoples & cultures of the two Sudans - John Ryle Religious practice & belief - Wendy James The ambitions of the State - Justin Willis From the country to the town - Munzoul A. M. Assal From slaves to oil - Laura James Sudan's fragile state, 1956-1989 - Peter Woodward Islamism & the state - Abdel Salam Sidahmed Traditional authority, local government & justice - and Musa Abdul Jalil Twentieth-century civil wars - Douglas H. Johnson The war in the west - Jerome Tubiana A short history of Sudanese popular music - Ahmad Sikainga Sudan's regional relations - Gérard Prunier The international presence in Sudan - Daniel Large The past & future of peace - Edward Thomas Epilogue: The next Sudan - Jok Madut Jok and John Ryle Appendices: Chronology - Key figures in Sudanese history, culture & politics
