How Long to Read Governing in the Shadows

How Long Does it Take to Read Governing in the Shadows?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 18 minutes to read Governing in the Shadows by Paula Cristina Roque

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This book traces three decades of securitization in Angola. As a governing strategy during war and peacetime, it muted the aspirations of those on opposing sides, distorted the state, emboldened elites and redefined the identity of Angolans. Through this lens, Paula Cristina Roque provides an original account of Angola's post-conflict state-building. Securitization protected the interests of President dos Santos, the ruling MPLA party and the elites supporting the regime. Angola's array of security forces and infrastructure provided an alternative to a fully functioning executive, at national, provincial and local levels. The intrusive way in which any form of dissent or activism was crushed allowed the presidency to control the direction and narrative of the post-war years. But the facade of democracy, development and stability hid a very different reality for the majority of Angolans, who remained poor, disenfranchised and marginalized. Roque explores the inner workings of the intelligence services, army and presidential guard, explaining the trajectory of a survivalist and fearful regime presiding over scarcities and injustices. She shows that the survival of national security and governing elites was the highest priority. The 'shadows' held far more power than institutions, and weakened them-widening the gap between government and governed.

How long is Governing in the Shadows?

Governing in the Shadows by Paula Cristina Roque is 254 pages long, and a total of 64,516 words.

This makes it 86% the length of the average book. It also has 79% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Governing in the Shadows Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 52 minutes to read Governing in the Shadows aloud.

What Reading Level is Governing in the Shadows?

Governing in the Shadows is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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