Powerful Frequencies

"Powerful Frequencies" is an academic book that explores the role of radio and broadcasting in the colonial and postcolonial history of Angola. Written by Marissa J. Moorman, the book highlights how various actors—from settlers to the colonial state, African nationalists, and the postcolonial government—used the medium of radio to project and question power. The author analyzes the complex interactions between media and power structures, providing deep insights into the social and political dynamics that shaped Angola's development. With a focus on media studies within the social sciences, this book is a valuable resource for students and researchers engaged with the history and media in Africa.