Idrian N. Resnick's The Long Transition: Building Socialism in Tanzania is an in-depth study of the process of building socialism in Tanzania during the leadership of Julius K. Nyerere. The book explores the Ujamaa ideology as the foundation of Tanzanian socialism, and how this theory was applied in the country's economic and social policies. Resnick outlines the challenges faced by the governm…
La Mauritanie is part of the Que sais-je? series, which provides a concise introduction to the country of Mauritania. Charles Toupet and Jean-Robert Pitte outline key aspects of Mauritania, including its geography, historical development, social structure, ethnic groups, economic life, and political dynamics. With a concise and informative writing style, this book provides a comprehensive found…
Facing Mount Kenya is a classic ethnographic work written by Jomo Kenyatta, a Kenyan national figure and trained anthropologist. This book provides an in-depth look at the traditional life of the Gikuyu (Kikuyu) people, Kenya's largest ethnic group. Using a scholarly approach and personal experience as part of this community, Kenyatta explains the social structure, family system, traditional ed…
James de Vere Allen's Swahili Origins: Swahili Culture & the Shungwaya Phenomenon is a comprehensive study of the history, culture, ethnic identity, and development of Swahili people in East Africa. Allen traces the origins of Swahili civilization and examines theories and historical evidence for the Shungwaya phenomenon—a concept influential in narratives of Swahili migration and group ident…
New Zealand Foreign Policy: Statements and Documents, 1943–1957 is an official compilation issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, presenting key policy statements, diplomatic correspondence, and government positions during a critical period of New Zealand’s international engagement. Covering the years from World War II through early Cold War developments, the volume provides insight int…
Album Perang Kemerdekaan 1945–1950 adalah kumpulan dokumentasi sejarah berupa foto, keterangan visual, dan catatan ringkas mengenai berbagai peristiwa penting selama masa perjuangan mempertahankan kemerdekaan Indonesia. Diterbitkan oleh Badan Penerbit Almanak Republik Indonesia bersama BP Dharma Bhakti, buku ini menyajikan rekaman visual pertempuran, tokoh-tokoh pejuang, situasi politik, sert…
Buku Diplomasi pada Era Informasi membahas transformasi praktik diplomasi di tengah perkembangan teknologi digital global. Sukawarsini Djelantik menjelaskan bagaimana digitalisasi mempengaruhi cara negara membangun citra, menjalankan diplomasi publik, dan merumuskan kebijakan luar negeri. Buku ini menyoroti perubahan strategi komunikasi pemerintah, pemanfaatan media sosial, serta dinamika infor…
This book provides a detailed historical study of the complex political and colonial relationships between the Gold Coast (modern-day Ghana), Britain, and the Netherlands from 1850 to 1874. Douglas Coombs analyzes diplomatic negotiations, territorial exchanges, trade interests, and administrative challenges that shaped the region during a crucial period of European expansion in West Africa. Dra…
This book provides a detailed biography of Daniel arap Moi, the second President of Kenya, tracing his early life, rise through political ranks, and eventual emergence as a central figure in Kenyan national leadership. Andrew Morton examines Moi’s personal background, political ideology, leadership style, and the challenges he faced in guiding Kenya through periods of political transition. Dr…
This book is an in-depth study of Kenya's political dynamics in the early period after independence from 1963 to 1968. Cherry Gertzel analyzes the formation of the national government structure, the process of consolidation of power, the role of political parties, and the relationship between the political elite and the people. It also discusses factors influencing political stability, administ…