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 that left millions dead.

Through rich historical insight and eyewitness reportage, French searches deeply into the causes of today's events, illuminating the debilitating legacy of colonization and the abiding hypocrisy and inhumanity of both Western and African political leaders.

While capturing the tragedies that have repeatedly befallen Africa's peoples, French also opens our eyes to the immense possibility that lies in Africa's complexity, diversity, and myriad cultural strengths.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complex history and vast potential of the African continent.