Liberia: Description, History, Problems by Frederick Starr
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About this eBook
| Author | Starr, Frederick, 1858-1933 |
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| LoC No. | 13018978 |
| Title | Liberia: Description, History, Problems |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Liberia: Description, History, Problems" by Frederick Starr is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the landscape, governance, society, and issues faced by the Republic of Liberia, which represents one of the few nations in Africa controlled by black inhabitants during a period of colonial dominance. The book explores themes of independence, the complexities of African governance, and the ongoing struggles for economic and social progress. At the start of the text, the author sets the stage by highlighting Liberia's unique position as a land of freedom for people of African descent escaping oppression in the United States. He reflects on the dichotomy between hopeful perspectives and prevalent criticisms of Liberia's governance, suggesting that its success or failure has implications for the entire African continent. The opening portion introduces references from other observers, such as Delafosse, who express concern about Liberia's socio-economic conditions while also acknowledging the potential for growth and improvement. Through this framework, Starr aims to provide a balanced examination of the republic, celebrating its achievements while earnestly addressing its challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Liberia |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54542 |
| Release Date | Apr 12, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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