“African governance by laws and constitutions, or by soldiers? The edgy terrain most countries negotiate between these polarities? Carlson Anyangwe’s panoramic study examines this continent-wide experience since 1950. He assesses arguments for and against coups, develops their typology and examines jurisprudence scholars, especially Hans Kelsen, for conceptual guidance and remedial possibilities. Urgent governance issues receive here the well written, systematic appraisal they merit but seldom attract.”
