Martin Meredith
Fortunes of Africa: A 5,000 Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781471135453
- author:
- Martin Meredith
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster UK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 768
- Dimensions:
- 13.3 x 5.9 x 20.1 cm
- Genre:
- History, Countries & Regions, Africa
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Fortunes of Africa: A 5,000-year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour
Spanning over 5,000 years, this sweeping narrative history follows the fortunes of Africa, tracing the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and empires, the spread of Christianity and Islam, and the enduring quest for gold and other riches.
From the exploits of explorers and missionaries to the impact of European colonisation, Martin Meredith examines the complex and often tumultuous history of the continent, concluding with a glimpse into the future of modern African states.
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