Sovereigns, Quasi Sovereigns, and Africans: Race and Self-Determination in International Law

by Siba N'Zatioula Grovogui

Overview

This book was undertaken in light of the shortcomings of decolonization in Africa. It refutes the established theories of postcolonial independence that equate the transfer of political power, however limited, from the colonizer to the colonized with African self-determination and an assumption of national sovereignty.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2900816626679
Publication date:	04/09/1996
Series:	Barrows Lectures
Pages:	296
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 1.25(h) x 9.00(d)

About the Author

Siba N’Zatioula Grovogui is professor of political science at Johns Hopkins University. He previously practiced law in his native Guinea.

Editorial Reviews

Grovogui (political science, Johns Hopkins U.) demonstrates the failure of international law to address the issues surrounding African self-determination during decolonization. He challenges the view that the only requirement for decolonization is the elimination of the legal instruments that provided for direct foreign rule, and shows that principles recognized in international law today reflect the historical dominance of specific European states. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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