Green, Toby
A Fistful of Shells: West Africa from the Rise of the Slave Trade to the Age of Revolution
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141977669
- author:
- Green, Toby
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 656
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Civilization, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Fistful of Shells: West Africa from the Rise of the Slave Trade to the Age of Revolution Toby Green's groundbreaking book transforms our understanding of West and West-Central Africa, revealing a complex world of kingdoms that thrived on warfare, trade, and diplomacy. From the 15th century, the region was connected to Europe and the Islamic world through a network of trade, with cowrie shells and nzimbu shells playing a crucial role in the exchange. As the transatlantic slave trade grew in importance, Africa's relative power and influence began to wane. Yet, despite these changes, the region remained connected to the Age of Revolution in Europe and America, with remarkable cultural and intellectual exchanges taking place. This book draws on a wide range of sources, including archival research, art, oral history, and archaeology, to create a new perspective on the history of this vital region. By exploring the intricate web of relationships between West Africa and the wider world, Green sheds new light on the complex history of the region, revealing a rich and dynamic world that continues to shape our understanding of the past.
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