Politics, Christianity and Society in Malawi

Essays in Honour of John McCracken

edited by Kenneth R. Ross, Wapulumuka O. Mulwafu

With the death of John McCracken in 2017, Malawi lost a
pre-eminent historian. This book celebrates McCracken’s contribution to
the study of Malawi’s history and seeks to build on his legacy. Part of
his genius was that he identified themes that hold the key to
understanding the history of Malawi in its broader perspective. The
authors contributing to this volume address these themes, assessing the
progress of historiography and setting an agenda for the further advance
of historical studies. The book is a valuable resource for students,
researchers and all who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding
of Malawi’s past and present.

£50.00

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About the editors

Kenneth R. Ross

Kenneth R. Ross is Professor of Theology at Zomba Theological University, Malawi, and Associate Minister of Bemvu Parish, CCAP. Earlier he has served as Professor of Theology at the University of Malawi, General Secretary of the Church of Scotland Board of World Mission and Chair of the Scotland Malawi Partnership.

Wapulumuka O. Mulwafu

Wapulumuka O. Mulwafu is Professor of Environmental History and Dean of
Postgraduate Studies at Chancellor College, University of Malawi.

Review

“This
important volume reminds us of John McCracken’s major contribution to,
and influence on, Malawian historiography since the 1970s. The editors
must be commended for ensuring that the authors of the essays are both
locally and internationally based but equally significant is their
inclusion of the latest generation of Malawian scholars, which would
have pleased John immensely. In addition, their impressive work gives
direction to guide and inspire future scholarship in Malawi.”

Dr Owen J. Kalinga, Professor of History, North Carolina State University, USA

“This collection is a fitting tribute to John McCracken. Its
contributions reflect and expand on his scholarly legacy in the
economic, social and political histories of Malawi while reflecting his
deep commitment to and affection for the land and its people. McCracken
would have been much moved in heart and mind by this project.”

Dr Joey Power, Professor of History, Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada

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