This groundbreaking book, "States and Power in Africa," challenges the conventional wisdom on state-building in Africa by arguing that the conditions for successful state consolidation have existed for centuries.

The author, Jeffrey Herbst, presents a bold and provocative argument that the failure of states in Africa is not solely due to colonialism or other external factors, but rather due to inherent structural constraints. Herbst's comprehensive analysis draws on a wide range of historical and contemporary sources to demonstrate that the African state-building process has been shaped by the interaction of power and space from the earliest times.

He argues that the creation of states in Africa has always been a complex and challenging process, with factors such as geography, culture, and social structure playing a crucial role in determining the success or failure of state-building efforts. This revised edition includes a new preface and revised chapter nine, which reflects the evolution of African and international responses to state failure over the past fifteen years.

The book also features a new conclusion that highlights the policy implications of Herbst's arguments for contemporary state-building efforts in Africa. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the complex history and politics of Africa, and how it shapes the continent's modern-day state-building processes.

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