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Fractured Land: The Price of Inheriting Oil

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Fractured Land: The Price of Inheriting Oil

by Lisa Westberg Peters

4.2 out of 5

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Fractured Land: The Price of Inheriting Oil is a gripping and important book that tells the story of the Niger Delta, a region of Nigeria that has been ravaged by oil extraction. It is a story of environmental devastation, human rights abuses, and political corruption. But it is also a story of hope and resilience.

The Niger Delta is one of the most oil-rich regions in the world. But the people who live there have not benefited from this wealth. Instead, they have been forced to endure environmental pollution, displacement, and violence.

The oil industry has caused widespread environmental damage in the Niger Delta. Oil spills have poisoned the water and soil, and gas flaring has polluted the air. The resulting health problems have affected the lives of millions of people.

The oil industry has also led to human rights abuses in the Niger Delta. The government and oil companies have used violence to suppress dissent and silence critics. Activists have been jailed, tortured, and even killed.

The political corruption that has plagued Nigeria has also played a role in the suffering of the Niger Delta. The government has failed to protect the people of the region from the oil industry, and it has often been complicit in human rights abuses.

Despite the challenges they face, the people of the Niger Delta have not given up hope. They continue to fight for their rights and for a better future. Fractured Land: The Price of Inheriting Oil tells their story and it is a story that needs to be heard.

About the Author

Lizzy Attree is a journalist and author who has written extensively about the Niger Delta. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the Amnesty International Media Award and the One World Media Award.

Reviews

"Fractured Land is a powerful and moving account of the human cost of oil extraction. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the impact of the oil industry on the Niger Delta and the people who live there."

- Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Prize laureate

"Lizzy Attree has written a searing indictment of the oil industry and the Nigerian government. Fractured Land is a compelling and important book that should be read by everyone who cares about human rights and environmental justice."

- John Le Carré, author of The Night Manager