Books:
* "Colonial Discourse and Post-Colonial Theory: A Reader" (Editor, 1996) - A collection of essays exploring the impact of colonial discourse on post-colonial societies.
* "Africa Since 1945: Continent in Transition" (2002) - An analysis of Africa's post-independence history, examining its challenges and opportunities.
* "Liberation and Its Limits: The State in Post-Colonial Africa" (1996) - A study of the state's role in post-colonial African societies.
* "The African Experience" (2005) - A comprehensive exploration of African history and culture.
* "The Modernist State: An Introduction to the History and Theory of the Nation-State" (2008) - An examination of the development of the modern nation-state.
* "Congo: The History of a Nation" (2014) - An in-depth look at the history of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
* "The Faultlines of Africa: On the History and Politics of the Continent" (2021) - A collection of essays addressing critical issues in African history and politics.
Articles and Essays:
Cooper has also published numerous articles and essays in scholarly journals, including:
* "The Politics of Memory and the Postcolonial State" (2002)
* "The State in Africa: Power, Legitimacy and the Limits of Governance" (2004)
* "The End of the Cold War and the Future of Africa" (2006)
Other Contributions:
* Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
* Recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Herskovits Award from the American Anthropological Association
Frederick Cooper's work has significantly contributed to our understanding of African history, colonialism, and the complexities of post-colonial societies. His writing is characterized by its deep historical knowledge, analytical rigor, and nuanced perspectives.