Since Qaddafi`s ousting in 2011, Libya has been beset by instability & conflict. To understand the tumultuous state of the country today, one must look to its past. With great clarity & precision, renowned regional expert Ronald Bruce St John examines Libya`s long struggle to establish its political & economic identity amidst the interference of external actors keen to exploit the country`s strategic importance. This authoritative history spans the time of the early Phoenician & Greek settlements, colonization by Mussolini`s Italy, Qaddafi`s four decades of rule &, in this updated edition, the internal rivalries that have dominated the country in the aftermath of the Arab Spring. Essential reading for those seeking a greater understanding of this complex North African state, Libya: From Colony to Revolution is an insightful history, rich in detail & analysis.