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Famine: Social Crisis and Historical Change - New Perspectives on the Past
Arnold, David (School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London)
Famine: Social Crisis and Historical Change - New Perspectives on the Past
Arnold, David (School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London)
In this original and timely work, David Arnold draws upon the history of Asia, Africa, Latin America and Europe, to explain the origins and characteristics of famine. He considers whether some societies are more vulnerable to famine than others, and contests the assumption that those affected by famine are simply passive a victimsa .
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Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | January 8, 1991 |
Original release date | 1988 |
ISBN13 | 9780631151197 |
Publishers | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
Pages | 168 |
Dimensions | 141 × 217 × 10 mm · 244 g |
Language | English |
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