Merchant Capital and the Roots of State Power in Senegal

Discover the intricate relationship between state power and economic development in sub-Saharan Africa with Merchant Capital and the Roots of State Power in Senegal by Cambridge University Press. Published in 1992, this insightful hardback edition spans 318 pages and delves into the complexities of post-colonial regimes. The author explores how the exercise of state power has often stifled economic growth, using Senegal as a pivotal case study. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of economic stagnation in the region and the historical context that has shaped modern Senegalese society. Ideal for scholars, students, and anyone passionate about African studies, this work provides a thorough analysis of the interplay between state authority and merchant capital. Enhance your library with this critical examination of economic structures in post-colonial Africa.