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Introduction to the History of African Civilization: Precolonial Africa- Vol. 1
C. Magbaily Fyle
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paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, maps. BIC Classification: JFSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 161 x 15. Weight in Grams: 290.
Introduction to the History of African Civilization explores the major issues dominating African Civilization from the earliest recorded period to the eve of colonial conquest of the continent. C. Magbaily Fyle begins with a discussion of the myths and prejudices underlying most analyses of African issues, and moves into a discussion of the origin of humanity; the similarities between the classical Nile valley civilizations of Egypt, Nubia, Kush, and Axum; and the spread of Islam through African societies. He portrays the systems of precolonial government and society, including the role of women in governance, as well as traditional trade and ... Read more
Introduction to the History of African Civilization explores the major issues dominating African Civilization from the earliest recorded period to the eve of colonial conquest of the continent. C. Magbaily Fyle begins with a discussion of the myths and prejudices underlying most analyses of African issues, and moves into a discussion of the origin of humanity; the similarities between the classical Nile valley civilizations of Egypt, Nubia, Kush, and Axum; and the spread of Islam through African societies. He portrays the systems of precolonial government and society, including the role of women in governance, as well as traditional trade and ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University Press Of America United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780761814566
SKU
V9780761814566
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About C. Magbaily Fyle
C. Magbaily Fyle is Professor in the African-American and African Studies Department, Ohio State University.
Reviews for Introduction to the History of African Civilization: Precolonial Africa- Vol. 1
The end result is a compact and readable book that will likely make an impact on students. . . . Fyle's book will certainly find a niche in precolonial African history courses.
Konrad Tuchscherer, St. John's University, New York The end result is a compact and readable book that will likely make an impact on students. . . . ... Read more
Konrad Tuchscherer, St. John's University, New York The end result is a compact and readable book that will likely make an impact on students. . . . ... Read more