'Meredith has given a spectacularly clear view of the African political jungle' - Spectator 'This book is hard to beat... Elegantly written as well as unerringly accurate' - Financial Times The fortunes of Africa have changed dramatically since the independence era began in 1957. As Europe's colonial powers withdrew, dozens of new states were born. Africa was a continent rich in mineral resources and its economic potential was immense. Yet, it soon struggled with corruption, violence and warfare, with few states managing to escape the downward spiral. So what went wrong? In this riveting and authoritative account, Martin Meredith examines the myriad problems that Africa has faced, focusing upon key personalities, events and themes of the independence era. He brings his compelling analysis into the modern day, exploring Africa's enduring struggles for democracy and the rising influence of China. It is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the continent's plight and its hopes for a brighter future.
About the Author
Martin Meredith is a historian, journalist and biographer, and author of many acclaimed books on Africa.Meredith first worked as a foreign correspondent in Africa for theObserverandSunday Times, then as a research fellow at St Antony’s College, Oxford. Residing near Oxford, he is now an independent commentator and author.Meredith’s writing has been described as authoritative and well-documented, despite the pessimism inherent in his subject matter.He is the author ofDiamonds, Gold and War,Mugabe: Power, Plunder– which sold over 15 000 copies in South Africa, andThe Struggle for Zimbabwe’s Future,The State of AfricaandNelson Mandela: A Biography, among many others.His most recent book isBorn in Africa, published by Jonathan Ball Publishers.
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