An Economic History of Development in sub-Saharan Africa: Economic Transformations and Political Changes

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‘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. Front Matter ....Pages i-xvii On Writing Africa’s Economic History (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 1-10 Research on Africa’s History and Development—A Review (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 11-29 Back in History—1000–1850 (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 31-78 Economic and Political Integration 1850–1920 (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 79-117 Transformation and Administration—1920–1950 (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 119-151 The Expansion and Crisis of the Gate-Keeping State 1950–1985 (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 153-194 Period of Deregulation 1985–2005 (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 195-235 Growth and Global Integration 2005– (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 237-263 Summarising the Past and Hypothesising About the Future (Ellen Hillbom, Erik Green)....Pages 265-272 Back Matter ....Pages 273-286