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28%OFFMartin Meredith - Fortunes of Africa: A 5,000 Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour - 9781471135453 - V9781471135453
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Fortunes of Africa: A 5,000 Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour

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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.

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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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