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The Betrayal of Africa (Groundwork Guides)

by Gerald Caplan

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In the wealthy West, it's assumed that Africa is the problem and we are the solution. This timely book argues the opposite. Though couched in benevolent terms, Western policies in fact have for decades helped fuel the continent's devastating decline. Every year, far more of Africa's riches flow out to the rich world than we plough into Africa. In this systematic process of exploitation, explains author Gerald Caplan, first-world leaders work in happy harmony with African despots to wreak havoc on their nations and peoples. The Betrayal of Africa explains its historical background, the contemporary situation, and how a conflation of elements — China's bold new presence in Africa, an active and angry civil society demanding government reform, and fresh leadership — is creating the possibility for positive change. Using simple, lucid language, the book helps Western readers understand what they can do to remedy a complex, increasingly dire situation that affects us all.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780888998255
Author:
Caplan, Gerald
Publisher:
Groundwood Books
Subject:
International Relations
Subject:
International Relations - General
Subject:
Africa
Subject:
Foreign relations
Subject:
Africa - General
Subject:
Social Science - Politics & Government
Subject:
History - Africa
Subject:
Africa Foreign relations.
Copyright:
Edition Description:
Paperback
Series:
Groundwork Guides
Publication Date:
March 2008
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
144
Dimensions:
7.00x5.09x.35 in. .29 lbs.
Age Level:
14-17

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