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Understanding contemporary Africa

edited by April A. Gordon and Donald L. Gordon

(Understanding : introductions to the states and regions of the contemporary world / Donald L. Gordon, series editor)

Lynne Rienner Publishers, 2001

3rd ed

  • : pbk. paper

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Description

This work faces the important issues in this region in the beginning of the 21st century. Designed as a core text for courses on Africa, it provides an analysis of history, politics, economics, class, ethnicity, the role of women and religious beliefs. It also assists the reader with maps and a glossary to enhance the text.

Table of Contents

  • Africa - A Geographic Preface, J.W. Neff
  • The Historical Context - T. O'Toole
  • African Politics - D.L Gordon
  • The Economies of Africa - V. de Lancey
  • African International Relations, P.J. Schraeder
  • Population, Urbanization and AIDS, A.A Gordon
  • Africa's Enviromental Problems, J.E. Nyangloro
  • Family and Kinship, E. Shanklin
  • Women and Development, A.A Gordon
  • Religion in Africa, A. Moyo
  • African Literature, G. Joseph
  • South Africa, P.J. Furlong
  • Trends and Prospects, April A. Gordon and Donald L. Gordon.

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