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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.

Failed states --- History --- Africa --- Politics and government --- Sub-Saharan Africa --- Etats défaillants --- Etats défaillants --- Government --- Political systems --- State failure --- Political science --- Eastern Hemisphere --- Histoire --- Afrique --- Politique et gouvernement --- Social Sciences --- Political Science --- Failed states - Africa - History - 20th century --- Africa - Politics and government - 20th century