When Things Fell Apart
Robert H. Bates
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When Things Fell Apart
Published
February 29, 2008
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
216
ISBN-13
9780521715256
ISBN-10
0521715253
Description
In the later decades of the twentieth century, Africa plunged into political chaos. States failed, governments became predators, and citizens took up arms. In When Things Fell Apart, Robert H. Bates advances an exploration of state failure in Africa. In so doing, he not only plumbs the depths of the continent's late-century tragedy, but also the logic of political order and the foundations of the state. This book covers a wide range of territory by drawing on materials from Rwanda, Sudan, Liberia, and Congo. A must-read for scholars and policy makers concerned with political conflict and state failure.
Subjects
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A Modern Utopia
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The Devil's Dictionary
The Problems of Philosophy
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in When Things Fell Apart?
This edition of When Things Fell Apart has approximately 216 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read When Things Fell Apart?
For most readers, When Things Fell Apart typically takes between 4h 30m and 3h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 54,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 54,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of When Things Fell Apart?
The estimated word count for When Things Fell Apart is approximately 54,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of When Things Fell Apart?
When Things Fell Apart was written by Robert H. Bates.
When was When Things Fell Apart published?
The publication date for this specific edition is February 29, 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.