This commemorative volume presents a collection of essays, reflections, and policy perspectives on the enduring legacy of the 1955 Bandung Asian-African Conference. Edited under the coordination of Joop Avé and published by the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, the book explores the historical significance of Asia–Africa cooperation and its relevance in the twenty-f…
This book explores the evolving political, legal, and cultural identity of Asian and African nations in global affairs, with particular emphasis on international and environmental law. Written by Prof. Munadjat Danusaputro, the work was prepared for the 21st Regular Session of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Committee (AALCC) held in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the 1955 Bandun…
This volume provides an authoritative survey of the major languages spoken across South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Edited by Bernard Comrie, the book contains contributions from leading linguists and offers detailed descriptions of the phonological, grammatical, and lexical features of each language or language group. The work also discusses historical developments, linguistic typology,…
This book is an in-depth study of the political, economic, and social dynamics of the Maghreb region, encompassing Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco, in the modern era. Samir Amin, a leading economist and thinker, analyzes the legacies of colonialism, the process of state-building, economic challenges, and the social and political movements that shaped the Maghreb's regional identity. Using a polit…
Written by F. P. Spooner, South African Predicament: The Economics of Apartheid examines how the apartheid system shaped South Africa's economic structure. Through in-depth analysis, the book explains the impact of racial segregation on the country's labor force, production, income distribution, and socioeconomic development. Spooner highlights the economic imbalances created by apartheid polic…
Dictionary of African Biography, Volume 6, provides a comprehensive collection of biographical entries on influential figures across the African continent whose names fall within the range Tertu to Zwang. Edited by Emmanuel K. Akyeampong and Henry Louis Gates, Jr., this volume compiles authoritative profiles written by leading scholars in African studies. The entries cover a wide spectrum of i…
Dictionary of African Biography, Volume 1: Abach–Brand provides an authoritative collection of biographical entries on significant figures from across the African continent. Edited by Emmanuel K. Akyeampong and Henry Louis Gates, Jr., this volume is part of a six-volume reference work produced by Oxford University Press in 2012. The entries cover individuals from ancient to contemporary time…
Southern Africa after Zimbabwe examines the shifting political landscape in the region in the early 1980s following Zimbabwe’s independence in 1980. Alex Callinicos analyzes the effects of Zimbabwe’s liberation on neighboring countries and evaluates the broader regional struggle against colonialism, apartheid, and imperialism. The book provides insights into the dynamics of revolutionary mo…
This volume of the UNESCO General History of Africa series examines the African continent during the period of European colonial domination from 1880 to 1935. Edited by A. Adu Boahen, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the political, economic, and social transformations that occurred under colonial rule. It discusses the strategies of European powers, the impact of imposed administra…
This fourth volume of the UNESCO General History of Africa series examines the political, social, and economic development of the African continent from the twelfth to the sixteenth century. Edited by D. T. Niane, the book presents contributions from leading scholars who analyze the rise and fall of major African states and empires, including Mali, Songhay, Kanem-Borno, Benin, Great Zimbabwe, a…