The Emperor

Description:

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.

subjects: Biography,  History,  Kings and rulers,  Personal narratives,  Sources,  Politics and government,  Haile selassie i, emperor of ethiopia, 1892-1975,  Drama (dramatic works by one author),  Drama,  Emperors,  Ethiopia, politics and government

People: Haile Selassie I Emperor of Ethiopia (1892-1975)

Places: Ethiopia

Times: Revolution, 1974,  1974-