Contemporary Africa by Matthew Graham
This textbook offers a critical introduction to the study of Africa, drawing on scholarship from a range of academic disciplines. A comprehensive discussion of the continent’s geography and history provides a backdrop to broad-ranging coverage of its social, economic, political and cultural composition as well as its future prospects. Moreover, moving beyond the all-too-common tendency to view Africa as a single, homogeneous entity, Graham provides a nuanced overview that challenges preconceptions and stereotypes. Written in a sophisticated yet accessible style, and supported by a range of pedagogical features, this book introduces undergraduate students from a range of different disciplinary backgrounds to the contemporary study of Africa.
Matt Graham presents contemporary African politics in a way that is clear, accessible, and brimming with vivid detailsHe has succeeded in writing a book that can appeal to newcomers and experts alike. * Heather J. Sharkey, University of Pennsylvania, USA *
No danger of a ‘Single Story’ here! Matthew Graham provides a superb in-depth analysis of the history and politics of contemporary Africa. A brilliant and succinct text. A must read for all scholars of African studies. * Tanya Lyons, Flinders University, Australia *
No danger of a ‘Single Story’ here! Matthew Graham provides a superb in-depth analysis of the history and politics of contemporary Africa. A brilliant and succinct text. A must read for all scholars of African studies. * Tanya Lyons, Flinders University, Australia *
Matthew Graham is Lecturer in History at the University of Dundee, UK.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781137500335 |
| ISBN 10 | 1137500336 |
| Title | Contemporary Africa |
| Author | Matthew Graham |
| Series | Contemporary States And Societies |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Red Globe Press |
| Year published | 2018-10-20 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
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