African History For Beginners explores the rich history of this
continent of contrasts. Discover the glory of the Pharaohs and Towers of
Zimbabwe, the cosmology of the Yoruba, the courage of the Masai and the
golden wonders of Mali, the art treasures of the Bushongo and the
sophistication of the Egyptians. It is a unique documentary portrait of
the Africans' struggle to preserve their cultural heritage and homeland.
Recent archeological discoveries indicate that Africa was the birth
place of humankind. Over the ages, the riches and wonders of Africa have
attracted the world. Yet the Africans themselves often remained unknown
or misunderstood. Here is a book to set the historical record straight.