Immerse yourself in Africa's vast and intricate story and discover Africa's true place in world
history written and authenticated by experts of African heritage. Spanning more than 200 000
years from the emergence of the first humans to the rise of megacities Africa explores the
history and cultures of the world's second-largest continent in vivid detail. It brings to life
the stories that shaped Africa and the world around it from powerful and influential empires
and kingdoms such as Mali and Benin through the struggle against colonisation and the fight for
independence to Africa's place on the global stage today. You will meet some of Africa's most
important political and military leaders including Hannibal Mansa Musa Oba Ewuare Queen
Nzinga Kwame Nkrumah Nelson Mandela and Ellen Sirleaf. Brilliant photography showcases the
great art and architecture that African civilisations have created while engaging text written
by experts of African heritage covers every facet of African cultures from music and
literature to oral traditions and languages. Specially commissioned CGI artworks recreate
iconic buildings and life in lost cities like Timbuktu and Great Zimbabwe. Explore the pages
of this awe-inspiring African history book to discover: The whole story of the African
continent covering every aspect from culture and trade to politics and society Chapters that
explore religion languages music literature and mythology developments. Biography sections
portray influential figures' lives impact and legacy in African history. Detailed maps set
the main sites in context and showcase vast empires and key trade routes. An optional 80-page
reference section provides a directory of the histories and cultures of all African sovereign
states. Beautifully illustrated and unparalleled in scope Africa is the perfect book for
anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Africa's vital and inspiring history.
