Many interpretations of peace and conflict in africa are too simplistic the book under review therefore seeks to deviate from those interpretations and provide a more detailed perspective a collection of essays edited by david j francis the book is touted as an introduction text to key themes with regard to peace and conflict in africa. Peace and conflict in africa francis david j 9781842779545 books amazonca skip to main contentca hello select your address books hello sign in account lists account returns orders cart all gift cards best sellers gift ideas prime . Provides an introduction to key themes of conflict resolution peacebuilding security and development this book presents an overview of conflict and peace across africa which ranges from state collapse and anarchy in somalia to protracted wars and rampant corruption in the congo. Peace and conflict in africa is quite a dense academic volume written primarily by and for academics the most receptive audience would likely be found in scholars of peace studies development studies and those interested in african studies more generally however this latter group is stated with reservation as