
King of Kings: The Triumph and Tragedy of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia
National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction · 2025 · ShortlistKirkus Prize for Nonfiction · 2025 · Winner
Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction | 2025 | Shortlist |
| Kirkus Prize for Nonfiction | 2025 | Winner |
About This Book
Patrick Anderson's biography of Haile Selassie traces the Ethiopian emperor from his rise to power through the Italian occupation, his restoration with Allied help, and his ultimate overthrow and death by the Derg junta in 1974. Winner of the Kirkus Prize for Nonfiction 2025 and shortlisted for the NBCC Award 2025.
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