{"product_id":"inside-african-politics-9781626378070","title":"Inside African Politics","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe second edition of Inside African Politics  updated throughout to reflect political developments across the continent  not only provides thorough coverage of the full range of core topics  but also furthers an awareness and understanding of key theoretical issues and current debates. Drawing on their extensive teaching and fieldwork experience  Pierre Englebert and Kevin Dunn offer a straightforward  accessible style  making even complex ideas easy to understand  and a balanced approach  exposing multiple perspectives on contested issues; a focus on both states and citizens  politics from above and below; discussions of existing policies  as well as policy implications of different approaches; and an abundance of rich data and illustrative examples. The result is both an essential text and a long-term resource for students and scholars alike. CONTENTS: Why African Politics Matter. The Evolution of African States. People  Identity  and Politics. The Practice of Power. Regime Types Across the Spectrum. The Economic Dimensions of African Politics. War  Conflict  and Security. The International Relations of African States.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45666175746101,"sku":"ByrdShop_162637807X","price":30.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781626378070.jpg?v=1782421885","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/inside-african-politics-9781626378070","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}