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Study of the power of Ethiopian emperor Hailie Selassie, as he created informants, rivalries, and his image as sole benefactor. Describes the strengths and flaws of autocracy. A firsthand account of how he governed his country and why he fell from power in 1974.
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22 editions · 6 languages- Paperback · English · 1989The EmperorVintage · 164 pages · 9780679722038
- Other · English · 2016EmperorOberon Books, Limited · 88 pages · 9781786820372
- Other · English · 2006EmperorPentland Press · 192 pages · 9780141188034
- Other · English · 2006EmperorPenguin Books, Limited · 9780141910758
- Other · English · 1984The EmperorPan · 164 pages · 9780330283731
- Other · English · 1984The EmperorVintage Books · 164 pages · 9780394723761
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