Cambridge University Press Cambridge Islam, Ethnicity, and Conflict in Ethiopia Book

Explore the complex history of the Horn of Africa with this academic study from Cambridge University Press. In Islam, Ethnicity, and Conflict in Ethiopia: The Bale Insurgency, 1963-1970, Terje Ostebo examines the Muslim-dominated insurgency against the Ethiopian state during the 1960s. This work provides new insights into an understudied period of history, offering a deeper understanding of how religion and ethnicity function during times of conflict. This book moves beyond viewing ethnic and religious groups as separate categories. Instead, it develops new theoretical perspectives on how these identities relate to one another. It is an essential resource for readers interested in inter-religious relations, ethno-nationalism, and the historical dynamics of Ethiopia. Whether you are a student of African studies or a researcher of political history, this volume provides a necessary look at the roots of regional instability and identity politics.