“Dark times,” Hannah Arendt once noted, “are not only not new, they are no rarity in history.” She maintained her conviction, however, “that even in the darkest of times we have the right to expect s…

Former Ambassador John Campbell illustrates the history and importance of Nigeria, a country too often overlooked by the West.

John Campbell and Matthew Page provide an overview of the politics, history, and culture of Nigeria, including the threat of Boko Haram and religious conflicts.

In Morning in South Africa, John Campbell provides an incisive and deeply informed introduction to post-apartheid South Africa.

John Campbell, former U.S. ambassador to Nigeria, explores the country's postcolonial history and examines the events and conditions that have carried this troubled giant to the edge.