GENERAL
The Scramble for Africa
The graves are not yet full: race, tribe and power in the heart of Africa
Intelligent, very readable account of the causes of the wars in six African countries — Congo, Liberia, Rwanda, South Africa, Sudan and Uganda
Me against my brother: at war in Somalia, Sudan and Rwanda
Interesting, perceptive look at the US's disastrous intervention in Somalia and how it contributed to allowing genocide in Rwanda
The shadow of the sun
Highly regarded recounting of his experiences in Africa
The short century – independence and liberation movements in Africa 1945-1994
Superb compilation that gathers history, culture and politics into one stimulating volume
The slave trade
Brilliant, well-written, comprehensive study of the European carve-up