The book offers a vibrant historical narrative detailing the emergence of Ethiopia's student movement, highlighting the author's personal involvement. It explores the movement's significant role in toppling the imperial regime and its lasting influence on the nation's trajectory. Through firsthand experiences, the author sheds light on the struggles and aspirations of the youth that contributed to a pivotal moment in Ethiopia's history.
Ostasien Reihe
Diese Serie taucht tief in die reiche und vielfältige Geschichte und Kultur Ostafrikas ein. Sie beleuchtet die komplexen sozialen Strukturen, die Auswirkungen des Kolonialismus und die Unabhängigkeitskämpfe in der gesamten Region. Jeder Band bietet einen fesselnden Einblick in das Leben der Menschen, ihre Traditionen und ihre Widerstandsfähigkeit angesichts von Widrigkeiten. Es ist eine Entdeckungsreise, die sowohl die Vergangenheit als auch die Gegenwart dieses faszinierenden Teils der Welt erhellt.





Empfohlene Lesereihenfolge
The Quest for Socialist Utopia
- 317 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
A lively historical account of the rise of Ethiopia's student movement by one of those involved, its role in overthrowing the imperial regime, and its impact on the shaping of the country's future.
Dealing with Government in South Sudan
- 271 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
Essential reading for scholars of Sudan, of Africa and of local governance, as well as policy-makers and practitioners, this study explores chiefly authority in South Sudan from its historical origins and evolution under colonial, postcolonial and military rule, to its current roles and value in the newly independent country.
The African Garrison State
- 223 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
This book offers an in-depth analysis of how Eritrea's promising beginnings in 1991 deteriorated, leading to its emergence as a highly authoritarian, militarized, and isolated nation with severe human rights violations.
A single coherent narrative of Aksumite civilisation revealing the roots of medieval Christian Ethiopia.