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A History of Modern Ethiopia, 1855-1974 (Eastern African Studies)

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An excellent book about the history of Ethiopia during 1855-1971. Prof. Zewde has brougt to light many of the more important points of Ethiopia's recent history. He does an surperb job describing the cultural as well as political history of his time period. I have learned much from this book. It is an enjoyable experience to read a well written book about Ethiopia that was written by an Ethiopian.

This book is a MUST read for people interested in the unique and evolving history of Ethiopia. Professor Zewde has presented this book in an intellectually stimulating way yet very easy to understand. Easy smooth reading. But most impressive is the way he managed to tie each issue/event in Ethiopian History between the dates of (1855 - 1971) together by showing how one event led to another. It is also great reading for us - the new generation of Ethiopians who need to know the history of our country. Way to Go!!! Thank You.

I found this to be a history book unlike many others, written in as much an unbiased manner as could be, yet with the passion for Ethiopia as can only be expressed by one who is Ethiopian. The details are excellent on how Ethiopia came about to have the geographical shape we are so familiar with. From 1855 to 1974, the when's and why's of all the wars, the who's and how's of all the kings, the gains and loses of the country each step of the way, and the involvement of Ethiopia with the rest of the world is covered scrupulously. If history has never been your thing, this book will most likely change your mind!