Liberation Movements

Sebastian Farnham

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Sinopsis

Liberation Movements explores Africa's journey to independence in the 20th century, examining the driving forces behind the dismantling of colonial empires. It highlights the rise of nationalist movements, the diverse strategies employed to achieve self-determination, and the lasting consequences of liberation. Pan-Africanism served as a unifying ideology, fostering a sense of shared identity among disparate groups striving for freedom as sovereign nations.

The book emphasizes that Africa’s independence was not a singular event, but a complex process shaped by local conditions and the responses of colonial powers. The book challenges simplistic narratives by highlighting the agency of African people in shaping their own history. It traces the origins of European colonialism and its profound impact on pre-existing African societies.

The approach is comparative, analyzing similarities and differences between various liberation movements such as those in Ghana, Algeria, Kenya and South Africa. Strategies ranged from peaceful resistance to armed struggle, reflecting pragmatic choices driven by specific circumstances.

Liberation Movements progresses logically, first introducing key concepts like colonialism and nationalism. Then, it examines specific case studies across the continent before analyzing the culmination of these movements and their long-term consequences. This approach provides a comprehensive understanding of a pivotal period in world history, valuable for anyone interested in Politics, World History, and History World.

Disponible desde: 19/03/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 67 páginas.

Humanidades y ciencias sociales

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