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    Ivory
    Jackals, Golden Wolves, and Honey Badgers
    Humans and Lions
    Humans and Hyenas
    Africa's Threatened Rhinos
    Africa's Long Road Since Independence
    • Africa's Long Road Since Independence

      • 496pages
      • 18 heures de lecture
      4,3(74)Évaluer

      'A superb book...genuinely innovative' Jack Spence OBE, King's College London Over the last half century, sub-Saharan Africa has not had one history, but many. Histories that have intertwined, converged and diverged. They have involved a continuing process of decolonization and state-building, conflict, economic problems but also progress and the perpetual interplay of structure and agency. This new view of those histories looks in particular at the relationship between territorial, economic, political and societal structures and human agency in the complex and sometimes confusing development of an independent Africa. The story starts well before the granting of independence to Ghana in 1957, but the book also looks at Africa in the closing decades of the old millennium and opening ones of the new. This is a book, too, about the history of the peoples of Africa and their struggle for economic development against the global economic straitjacket into which they were strapped by colonial rule and decolonisation. The importance of imposed or inherited structures, whether the global capitalist system, of which Africa is a subordinate part, or the artificial and often inappropriate state borders and political systems is discussed in the light of the exercise of agency by African peoples, political movements and leaders.

      Africa's Long Road Since Independence
    • Africa's Threatened Rhinos

      A History of Exploitation and Conservation

      • 352pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      The book explores the critical threats facing Africa's remaining rhinos, delving into various human interactions with these remarkable creatures. It provides valuable insights into wildlife conservation and the complexities of human-animal relationships, enhancing our understanding of the challenges rhinos face on the African continent.

      Africa's Threatened Rhinos
    • Humans and Hyenas

      Monster or Misunderstood

      • 262pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      The book explores the evolving relationship between humans and hyenas, offering a detailed and realistic portrayal of hyenas and their interactions with people. It delves into the ecological and conservation implications of this relationship, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars in environmental sciences, conservation biology, and wildlife issues.

      Humans and Hyenas
    • Humans and Lions

      Conflict, Conservation and Coexistence

      • 234pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Focusing on lion conservation, the book explores the historical relationship between humans and lions, as well as the current political landscape surrounding conservation efforts in Africa. It delves into the complexities of these interactions, highlighting both the challenges and strategies involved in protecting these majestic animals while considering the socio-political dynamics at play.

      Humans and Lions
    • Jackals, Golden Wolves, and Honey Badgers

      Cunning, Courage, and Conflict with Humans

      • 266pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Focusing on the intricate lives of honey badgers and various jackal species, this book delves into their behaviors and ecological roles. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and students interested in wildlife conservation, human-wildlife interactions, and related fields such as zoology and environmental science. The detailed examination of these animals highlights their significance in the ecosystem and offers insights into their survival and adaptation strategies.

      Jackals, Golden Wolves, and Honey Badgers
    • Ivory

      • 368pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      This book reveals how the illegal ivory trade is tied to corruption, conflicts, colonialism and local livelihoods.

      Ivory