Eze Ogueri II's book, "African Nationalism and Military Ascendancy," examines the development of African nationalism and the role of the military in the political dynamics of African countries after independence. The author explores the relationship between nationalist movements, political leadership, and the increasing dominance of the military in various African countries, particularly during…
Ali A. Mazrui and Michael Tidy's book, "Nationalism and New States in Africa," examines the development of African nationalism from approximately 1935 to the modern era. The authors outline the historical background of colonialism, the rise of nationalist movements, the struggle for independence, and the political dynamics of new states after independence. The book provides an in-depth analysis…
"New States in the Modern World," edited by Martin Kilson, is a collection of essays and lectures on the development of new states that emerged in the 20th century, primarily in Africa. Contributors discuss the political dynamics, governance challenges, national development, international relations, and ideological issues facing postcolonial states. This work provides an in-depth academic persp…
Edmond Jouve's book, L’Organisation de l’Unité Africaine, examines the history, structure, objectives, and political dynamics of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), a regional institution established in 1963 to promote unity, solidarity, and liberation among African nations. Jouve examines the OAU's role in conflict resolution, interstate relations, anti-colonial struggles, and its co…
Présence Africaine is an important journal that serves as a forum for intellectual, cultural, and political thought on Africa and the diaspora. This issue, published from August–September 1955, is part of the Nouvelle Série, which features articles on literature, art, philosophy, history, and the political struggles of African nations during the colonial period. The journal played a signifi…
The War in the Desert provides a vivid and detailed narrative of the North African Campaign during World War II. Written by Richard Collier and the editors of Time-Life Books, it chronicles the dramatic battles fought across Libya and Egypt between Allied and Axis forces. The book explores key figures such as Field Marshal Erwin Rommel and the British Eighth Army, highlighting strategy, militar…
"The Dance, Art, and Ritual of Africa" presents visual documentation and explanations of the dance traditions, art, and religious rituals of various African societies. Michel Huet's photographs showcase the richness of African cultural expressions, while Jean-Louis Paudrat's text and Jean Laude's introduction provide the anthropological, aesthetic, and symbolic context of each tradition. …
This book presents a comprehensive dossier on the Algerian War of Independence, compiled and introduced by Patrick Éveno and Jean Planchais for Le Monde. It includes historical analyses, journalistic reports, and firsthand testimonies that document the political, social, and military dimensions of the conflict between France and the Algerian National Liberation Front (FLN). The volume provides…
Cheikh Anta Diop's book, L’unité culturallle de l’Afrique noire (The Cultural Unity of Black Africa), examines the fundamental unity of Black African culture from ancient times to the modern era. Using historical, anthropological, and linguistic approaches, Diop traces the development of patriarchal and matriarchal systems in African societies and their place within classical civilization.…
"Continuity and Change in African Cultures," edited by William R. Bascom and Melville J. Herskovits, is a classic collection of essays on cultural dynamics in Africa. It examines how African traditions, social institutions, and cultural structures have transformed under the influence of modernization, colonialism, and intercultural contact. The numerous case studies presented illustrate the pro…