Haile Selassie’s Students: The Intellectual and Social Background to Revolution

In "Haile Selassie’s Students: The Intellectual and Social Background to Revolution," Randi Balsvik explores the role of Ethiopian students in the political upheaval leading to the 1974 revolution. Balsvik examines how the educational policies and international exposure under Emperor Haile Selassie's regime created a generation of students who became critical of the existing social and political order. The book delves into the intellectual development and activism of these students, highlighting their influence in mobilizing dissent and fostering revolutionary ideas. Through a detailed analysis of their motivations and actions, Balsvik sheds light on how this educated youth became a catalyst for significant political change in Ethiopia.