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Traditional Africa

by Minks, Louise
Series: World history series Published by : Lucent Books (San Diego, California) Physical details: 96 p. ill. ; 24 cm. ISBN:1560062398 per). ISSN:978156006
Subject(s): Africa -- History -- Juvenile literature
Year: 1996
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j 900 - 999 j960 Min (Browse shelf) Available 75137

Includes bibliography references and Index

Introduction - African societies south of the Sahara

1. Birthplace of humanity
2. Great empires in West Africa
3. The glories of East Africa
4. Tradition in Central and Southern Africa
5. Sailing for riches
6. The impact of the slave trade
7. Travelers' tales, explorers' woes
8. Carving up Africa
Epilogue - traditional African endures

Examines the history and culture of Africa, from ancient times through colonialization and slavery to the twentieth century.

Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 - 9