Alex Thomson Knihy

An Introduction to African Politics provides an ideal gateway for individuals seeking to learn more about the African continent. Using accessible terms and concepts, the book seeks to make sense of the dynamic and diverse political systems that are a feature of this fascinating part of the world. It charts the region's fall from grace after independence, the rise and fall of the one-party state and Africa's recent struggle to consolidate democracy. This expanded, fully revised and updated edition remains a key source in helping readers to grasp the events and recurring political patterns that have dominated the African continent since decolonization.

Enslaved by a mute-race of cruel dictators, Razvan learns their touch-language and works as a translator in order to survive. But war is on the horizon and his quiet life is about to get noisy...

In a world where beings are engineered for specific purposes, the narrative explores the lives of those created for servitude and the implications of their expendability. Themes of identity, autonomy, and the moral dilemmas surrounding artificial beings are central to the story. As characters navigate their designed roles, they confront the boundaries of their existence and the quest for freedom, raising profound questions about the nature of humanity and the ethics of creation.