African Leadership in the Twentieth Century: An Enduring Experiment in Democracy

by Jacob U. Gordon

Overview

African Leadership in the Twentieth Century represents the most comprehensive analysis of African leadership to date. It offers both historical and contemporary insights on how African leadership successfully achieved independence, but failed to improve the quality of African life. The study's critical analysis provides imperatives for future African leadership in the 21st century.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761823261
Publisher:	University Press of America
Publication date:	07/26/2002
Pages:	228
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.56(h) x 0.69(d)

About the Author

Jacob U. Gordon is Professor and Research Fellow at the University of Kansas.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Introduction: African Leadership and Colonialism Chapter 3 Africa at-a-Glance Chapter 4 African Leaders of the Twentieth Century Chapter 5 Emerging Concepts in African Leadership Chapter 6 The Future of African Leadership Chapter 7 Conclusions Chapter 8 Bibliography Chapter 9 Index

Editorial Reviews

The bulk of this work consists of profiles of 30 African leaders of varying political ideologies from the 20th century. While most of the profiles are of those that have served or are serving as heads of state of African nations, notable exceptions, such as Steve Biko, are included. Introductory material explores the relationship between colonialism and African leadership. The author also looks at emerging concepts in the study and practice of African leadership. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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