The Invention of Ethiopia: The making of a Dependent Colonial State in Northeast Africa

"The Invention of Ethiopia: The Making of a Dependent Colonial State in Northeast Africa" by Bonnie K. Holcomb and Sisai Ibssa offers a critical analysis of Ethiopia's colonial history. The book explores how Ethiopia's identity as an independent nation was constructed through the lens of colonialism, challenging the notion of Ethiopia as a singular and homogeneous entity. It examines the role of external forces, such as European powers, in shaping Ethiopia's political and economic structures, as well as the internal dynamics of power and domination. Through meticulous research, the authors highlight Ethiopia's complex history of colonialism and its lasting implications on the country's socio-political landscape.