Introduction to the History of African Civilization: Precolonial Africa- Vol. 1 - Tapa blanda

Fyle, C. Magbaily

 
9780761814566: Introduction to the History of African Civilization: Precolonial Africa- Vol. 1
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ISBN 10: 0761814566 ISBN 13: 9780761814566
Editorial: University Press Of America, 1999

Sinopsis

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 agricultural patterns. Fyle provides a new perspective on the Islamic Jihads, shifting focus from Sokoto and Macina to the Senegambia and the Upper Guinea region, and a revised interpretation of the Atlantic slave trade, which includes the importance of African objectors to this process. He also discusses important cultural features such as the traditional African food, architecture, and typical structures of towns.

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Acerca del autor

C. Magbaily Fyle is Professor in the African-American and African Studies Department, Ohio State University.

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Editorial
University Press Of America
Año de publicación
1999
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
0761814566
ISBN 13 
9780761814566
Encuadernación
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Número de páginas
192
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