Security in Africa: A Critical Approach to Western Indicators of Threat
| AUTHOR | Metelits, Claire |
| PUBLISHER | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (10/12/2016) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
Description
This book questions the dominant Western narrative of security threats in Africa. By assessing the origins of the traditional approach to security and problematizing failed states, political instability, Muslim populations, and poverty, among others, it makes the case for a critical approach to framing security challenges in Africa.
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Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781442239555
ISBN-10:
1442239557
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
156
Carton Quantity:
26
Product Dimensions:
6.10 x 0.60 x 9.10 inches
Weight:
0.90 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Dust Cover,
Price on Product,
Maps,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Political Science | Security (National & International)
Political Science | World - African
Political Science | Military Science
Dewey Decimal:
355.033
Library of Congress Control Number:
2016027080
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This book questions the dominant Western narrative of security threats in Africa. By assessing the origins of the traditional approach to security and problematizing failed states, political instability, Muslim populations, and poverty, among others, it makes the case for a critical approach to framing security challenges in Africa.
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Author:
Metelits, Claire
Claire Metelits is assistant professor of political science at Washington State University.
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