Africa since 1940: The Past of the Present (New Approaches to African History, Series Number 1)

Africa since 1940: The Past of the Present (New Approaches to African History, Series Number 1)

by Frederick Cooper (Author)

Synopsis

Frederick Cooper's book on the history of decolonization and independence in Africa is part of the textbook series New Approaches to African History. This text will help students understand the historical process out of which Africa's position in the world has emerged. Bridging the divide between colonial and post-colonial history, it allows readers to see just what political independence did and did not signify and how men and women, peasants and workers, religious leaders and local leaders sought to refashion the way they lived, worked, and interacted with each other.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 230
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 10 Oct 2002

ISBN 10: 0521776007
ISBN 13: 9780521776004

Media Reviews
'His writing is clear and based on careful use of data ... there is little doubt that it will become the standard text on the contemporary history of Africa.' Journal of African History
'This is brave stuff ... excellent prompts for getting students to think about the big question.' Journal of Modern African Studies