Ethiopia reading list

The list author says:
	"Invaluable and usable phrasebook and basic introduction to Amharic"

The list author says:
	"i really enjoyed this portrait of Ethiopia.  Sometimes funny, always sensitive, never patronising"

The list author says:
	"The complete and authoritative history.  Surprisingly readable."

The list author says:
	"Dervla Murphy explores in her unique way, and provides a brilliant and unusual view.  Old, but not out of date."

The list author says:
	"Dense, difficult to read (i found) sociological history of the peoples in Ethiopia."

The list author says:
	"Classic functional guidebook - extensive lists, but not much detail or atmosphere"

The list author says:
	"This guidebook has more detail and atmosphere, but less comprehensive listings"

The list author says:
	"I wouldn't bother reading this unless you want to know about whait water rafting.  This book is about the expedition, NOT about the country"