A history of Sub-Saharan Africa:

The second edition of A History of Sub-Saharan Africa continues to provide an accessible introduction to the continent's history for students and general readers. The authors employ a thematic approach to their subject, focusing on how the environment has shaped the societies and cultures of th...

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Main Authors: Collins, Robert O. 1933-2008 (Author), Burns, James M. 1963- (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge Cambridge University Press 2014
Edition:Second edition
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Summary:The second edition of A History of Sub-Saharan Africa continues to provide an accessible introduction to the continent's history for students and general readers. The authors employ a thematic approach to their subject, focusing on how the environment has shaped the societies and cultures of the African peoples. The text demonstrates how the geography, climate and geology of Africa influenced the rise of states and empires, the emergence of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, the European conquest and the creation of independent African nations. Yet the book maintains a focus on the peoples whose creative energies built unique communities and traditions within the challenging context of the Africa landmass. In the process of reconstructing this continent's rich history, the authors analyze the contentious scholarly debates that have emerged from this field. The book is illustrated with photographs, maps and sidebars that feature the salient points on either side of the debates
Item Description:Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015)
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (ix, 405 Seiten) Illustrationen, Karten
ISBN:9781139795333
9781107628519
DOI:10.1017/CBO9781139795333

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