History of African Civilization – The Peoples, Nations, Kingdoms and Empires of Africa from Prehistory to the Present –

“The history of Africa begins with the emergence of mankind and extends over the millennia to the modern struggles for freedom from colonial control and for equality among nations. This book is the history of all Africa, north and south, ancient and modern. It describes not only outstanding events and achievements but the forces and people behind them. It explains how geography, culture, trade and politicas mutually influence each other. Above all, the reader will learn to see through the stereotypes and myths that still too often obscure the true history of African civilization.”