The State, Counterinsurgency, and Political Policing in Colonial and Postcolonial Malawi, 1891-1994 (Hardcover)

Using the longue duree approach and the political economy approach, The State, Counterinsurgency, and Political Policing in Colonial and Postcolonial Malawi, 1891-1994 studies Malawi's colonial and post-colonial history. Malawi is a former British Protectorate, formerly known as the Nyasaland Protectorate. Paul Chiudza Banda analyzes the story of the rise of insurgencies in Malawi and adopts the concept of "counterinsurgency" to address the reactions of the state to those who challenged its legitimacy and authority. Banda explores the factors behind the rise of insurgency, such as land alienation, high taxation, elements of forced labor, and denial of development opportunities. Banda also examines the counterinsurgency measures used by the state, such as the use of brutal force (especially through the police and other para-military groups), the codification of strict laws, and the offer of development opportunities. Through Malawi's history, Banda provides an analysis on why citizens challenge state authority, how the state responds, and what methods the state uses to defeat insurgencies.

General

Imprint:	Lexington Books
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 2020
Authors:	Paul Chiudza Banda
Dimensions:	228 x 163 x 27mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	342
ISBN-13:	978-1-79361-499-5
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > African history > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political ideologies > Imperialism Books > History > African history > General
LSN:	1-79361-499-7
Barcode:	9781793614995

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