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Fortunes of Africa: A 5,000 Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour
Martin Meredith
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Description for Fortunes of Africa: A 5,000 Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour
Paperback. Asweeping,provocative and very timely new history of Africa seen through the context of wealth Num Pages: 768 pages. BIC Classification: 1H; HBJH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 201 x 133 x 59. Weight in Grams: 546.
In this vast and vivid panorama of history, Martin Meredith, bestselling author of The State of Africa, follows the fortunes of Africa over a period of 5,000 years. With compelling narrative, he traces the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and empires; the spread of Christianity and Islam; the enduring quest for gold and other riches; the exploits of explorers and missionaries; and the impact of European colonisation. He examines, too, the fate of modern African states and concludes with a glimpse into their future.
This is history on an epic scale.
In this vast and vivid panorama of history, Martin Meredith, bestselling author of The State of Africa, follows the fortunes of Africa over a period of 5,000 years. With compelling narrative, he traces the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and empires; the spread of Christianity and Islam; the enduring quest for gold and other riches; the exploits of explorers and missionaries; and the impact of European colonisation. He examines, too, the fate of modern African states and concludes with a glimpse into their future.
This is history on an epic scale.
Product Details
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
Number of Pages
768
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781471135453
SKU
V9781471135453
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About Martin Meredith
Martin Meredith is a journalist, biographer and historian who has written extensively on Africa and its recent history. He is the author of many books about the continent, including The State of Africa: A History of the Continent Since Independence; Diamonds, Gold and War: The Making of South Africa; The Fortunes of Africa: A 5000-Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour; ... Read more
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