መንግሥቱ ኃይለ ማርያም የስደተኛው መሪ ትረካዎች (Mengistu Haile Mariam: Yesidetegnaw Meri Tirekawoch) is a powerful autobiographical account released in September 2024 by Ethiopian author Yitagesu Getenet Gebeyhu. Based on exclusive interviews with the exiled former leader Mengistu Hailemariam, this book unveils a rarely seen side of one of Ethiopia’s most controversial political figures. Moving beyond the public narrative of his presidency and the Red Terror era, the book explores personal stories, early life experiences, and deep reflections that shaped his political journey and life in exile.
This must-read memoir offers a humanizing lens into the complex identity of Mengistu Hailemariam, presenting readers with raw insight into his inner world—his thoughts, regrets, justifications, and resilience. Mengistu Haile Mariam: Yesidetegnaw Meri Tirekawoch challenges readers to explore the untold dimensions of modern Ethiopian history, making it an essential book for political scholars, history lovers, and anyone curious about Ethiopia’s past and its lasting impact.
Nigussie Alemayehu rated 5
2025-07-29 14:20:55
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