EAN: 9783030140076

PALGRAVE STUDIES IN ECONOMIC HISTORY AN ECONO...

'This is a desperately needed book. It not only surveys the field of African economic history
at the level of undergraduate students  but provides several fresh perspectives  drawing on
insights from the latest research on the evolution of African societies and their economic
prosperity. This valuable source of teaching material will be the premier text on African
economic history for at least the next decade.'-Johan Fourie  Stellenbosch University  South
Africa This upper level textbook offers a historical understanding of sub-Saharan Africa. By
looking at the economic history of the African region from before the arrival of European
territorial control all the way through to Africa's integration in the current era of
globalisation  readers can understand the development paths for African countries today.
Organisation of production  social structures  trade  and governance are key factors in the
discussion about African success stories and failures. Suitable reading for upper level
undergraduates  MSc and postgraduate students  in addition to policy makers and development
practitioners looking for a comprehensive overview of Africa from an economic and social
perspective. Hillbom and Green also provide a starting point for the study of African economic
history for those who would like to continue their own research in this area.

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