foreign public opinion

"A lively and diverse continent of fifty-four countries, over two thousand languages, and 1.4 billion people, Africa has long been painted with a broad brush in Western literature, media, and culture, flattening it into a monolith. In [this book], . . . journalist Dipo Faloyin . . . counters the stereotypes and highlights the realities of Africa's communities and histories. Starting with the complex urban life of Lagos, the largest city on the continent, Faloyin then traces the history of modern Africa, revealing how arbitrary boundaries drawn by colonizers led to tribal and cultural clashes, before telling the story of democracy in 10 dictatorships. He unravels the perils and ubiquity of the 'white savior complex,' explores the rivalries at the heart of the African Cup of Nations tournament, and joins the heated debate over which West African country makes the best jollof rice. And with an eye towards the future promise and potential of the continent, he speaks with local activists, artists, and writers who are defining Africa on their own terms"--Provided by publisher.

Contains the writings by the La Rochefoucauld brothers during their travels through England in 1785.

Explains how the American Civil War and fight for democracy was viewed internationally.

Presents an examination of the state of America's relationship with the world, providing perspective on the policies and actions the United States has taken since the end of the Cold War and describing the resultant alienation that many across the globe feel toward this dominant superpower.

Explores how people from different countries perceive America, discussing why many people are uneasy about the United States and how those perceptions have changed over the years.

Argues that the American military's use of weapons to intentionally kill large numbers of civilians and terrorize adversaries into surrender has led to anti-Americanism around the world and that changes in America's attitudes towards civilian casualties in war must change in the future.