This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
While some famines have captured global headlines, others have unfolded in silence, leaving millions to suffer in obscurity. This powerful four-in-one volume uncovers a series of devastating famines that struck Africa and the Middle East, revealing how a mix of natural disaster, conflict, and political failure led to catastrophic human loss. Through firsthand accounts, historical documents, and critical analysis, these narratives shine a light on the forgotten fronts of famine.
The first section explores the Ethiopian Famine of 1984-1985, a humanitarian disaster that shocked the world with its scale, yet was worsened by civil war and government manipulation. The second account examines the Ethiopian Great Famine of 2000, a more recent but equally severe crisis that drew far less attention despite affecting millions. The third section covers the Somali Famine of 2011, triggered by drought and conflict, and worsened by the presence of militant groups that blocked aid efforts. Finally, the volume turns to the Persian Famine of 1869-1871, a tragic and often overlooked disaster caused by a combination of drought, poor planning, and regional instability. Together, these accounts expose the deep structural and political issues that continue to make famine a recurring tragedy in some of the world's most vulnerable regions.
