A Continent for the Taking: The Tragedy and Hope of Africa

A Continent for the Taking by Howard W.

French is a powerful and ultimately hopeful book that provides a compelling firsthand account of some of Africa's most devastating recent history, including the fall of Mobutu Sese Seko, Charles Taylor's arrival in Monrovia, and the genocide in Rwanda and the Congo.

This book offers rich historical insight and eyewitness reportage, capturing the tragedies that have repeatedly befallen Africa's peoples while also opening our eyes to the immense possibility that lies in Africa's complexity, diversity, and myriad cultural strengths.

With a skill for storytelling and a deep empathy for the continent, French succeeds brilliantly in helping readers understand Africa and its people.

This is a must-read for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of this fascinating and misunderstood region.