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008			910819s1964 nju 000 0 eng
010			_a 64005174
020			_a9781137500342 _c(hardback)
035			_a7047277
035			_a(OCoLC)25431319
040			_aDLC _cCaSRU _dOrOnT _dDLC _bAU
042			_apremarc
043			_af------
049			_aAlfaisal Main Library
050	0	0	_aDT30.5.G73 2019 _b.G73 2019
100	1		_aWallbank, T. Walter _q(Thomas Walter), _d1901-
245	1	0	_aContemporary Africa:
250			_aRev. ed.
260			_aPrinceton, N.J., _bVan Nostrand _c[1964]
264			_c©2019
300			_a291 pages _c19 cm.
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_aunmediated _bn _2rdamedia
338			_avolume _bnc _2rdacarrier
520			_aThe African continent is probably the most misunderstood region in the world. It is a continent that generates an enormous amount of interest and attention, yet is also subject to significant misrepresentation and generalisation that does little to account for its diversity or complexity. Moving beyond the outdated 'single story' narrative that has permeated the contemporary study of the continent and the nations within it, this book provides a clear and concise introduction to contemporary Africa's social, economic, political and cultural composition. Matthew Graham provides a nuanced introduction using multiple examples and case studies from across the continent, covering key themes and issues such as African nationalism, decolonialisation, the causes of conflict and economic progress, as well as providing insight into and analysis of topics including social movements, film, literature and the diaspora. This book will service as essential reading for those seeking a true understanding of contemporary Africa. Assuming no prior knowledge of the reader, and incorporating coverate from a range of academic disciplines, it will particularly suit undergraduate students taking courses on Africa housed in social sciences and humanities departments
651		0	_aAfrica
655		0	_aPrint books. _2local _94
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