Contested Sudan: The Political Economy of War and Reconstruction

by Ibrahim Elnur

Book Overview

Since gaining independence in 1956, Sudan has endured a troubled history, including the longest civil war in African history in Southern Sudan and more recent conflicts such as the humanitarian crisis in Darfur. This book explores this history of ensuing conflict, examining why Sudan failed to sustain a successful modern post-colonial state. The book goes on to consider in detail the various attempts to end Sudan's conflicts and initiate political...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415476453
• ISBN13: 9780415476454
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.3" x 9.2"