Beyond Survival emphasizes the crucial role of this sector in the overall social and economic growth and development of post-independence Eritrea. Beyond Survival addresses the issues of economic recovery, widespread poverty, deep-rooted underdevelopment, women's rights, and progressive environmental degradation in the newly independent African nation. A comprehensive review of the characteristics of the technical and institutional constraints and economic potential of agriculture for development is presented in detail. Appropriate strategy and practical policy options for achieving and maintaining sustainable agriculture and rural development are thoroughly discussed. Beyond Survival gives an in-depth examination of Eritrean historical social institutions and economic structures, its traditional and conventional systems of land tenure and land-use policy, and the current perspective of local administration. Beyond Survival concludes with policy recommendations for consideration by decision-makers and development workers. -- Midwest Book Review