Soldiers and Oil: The Political Transformation of Nigeria explores the complex relationship between military rule and the oil-driven political economy of Nigeria. Edited by Keith Panter-Brick, this scholarly volume examines how the discovery and exploitation of petroleum reshaped Nigeria’s governance, power structures, and social landscape throughout the post-colonial period. Contributors a…
“Deuxième dossier secret de l’Algérie” by Claude Paillat is a historical investigative work presenting confidential documents, testimonies, and political analyses related to the Algerian War of Independence. The book provides insight into French military operations, political decision-making, intelligence activities, and key events that shaped the conflict between 1954 and 1962. As a co…
La Question du Pouvoir en Algérie by Abdelkader Yefsah is an analytical work exploring the nature, structure, and evolution of political power in Algeria. Published in 1990, the book discusses the dynamics of authority, the mechanisms of governance, and the internal political struggles that shaped Algeria in the post-independence period. Yefsah provides a critical perspective on institutional …
Hồ Chí Minh Thought on Diplomacy presents an analytical overview of the diplomatic principles and strategies developed by Hồ Chí Minh throughout Vietnam’s struggle for national independence and international recognition. Written by Nguyễn Dy Niên, the book examines Hồ Chí Minh’s views on peaceful engagement, national self-determination, international solidarity, and the combinat…
Plantation to Politics: Studies on Fiji Indians by Ahmed Ali presents a detailed examination of the historical, social, and political development of the Indo-Fijian community. The book traces the arrival of Indian indentured laborers to Fiji’s sugar plantations during the colonial period and analyzes how their experiences shaped a unique ethnic and cultural identity. Ali explores the transfor…
Octobre: Algérie ‘88 – Un chahut de gamins…? by Abed Charef is a journalistic and analytical account of the October 1988 uprising in Algeria, a pivotal event that marked the beginning of political liberalization and the collapse of the one-party system. The book explores the causes of the protests, the social and economic tensions affecting Algerian youth, and the violent government resp…
To Be Born a Nation is a comprehensive documentation of Namibia's struggle for liberation from South African colonialism. Compiled by SWAPO's Information and Publicity Department, it details Namibia's political history, the roots of the conflict, the development of the resistance movement, and the diplomatic and military strategies pursued toward independence. Complete with maps, diagrams, and …
Egypt After Mubarak examines the political dynamics shaping Egypt’s future in the early 21st century. Bruce K. Rutherford analyzes the competing forces of liberalism, political Islam, and state authoritarianism, focusing on their potential to influence democratic development in the Arab world’s most populous nation. Drawing on constitutional analysis, interviews, and the historical evolutio…
This book provides a detailed account of the political processes that led to the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC), which emerged as Nigeria’s major governing party in 2015. Written by Ogbonnaya Onu, one of the key figures in the merger negotiations, the work offers firsthand insights into the motivations, challenges, and strategic decisions that shaped the unification of major…
David Soggot's "Namibia: The Violent Heritage" examines the long history of conflict, oppression, and struggle of the Namibian people, from the German colonial era to the South African occupation. The author reveals how the legacy of structural violence created political tensions, racial discrimination, and profound human rights violations. Through historical and political analysis, the book de…