Africa: The Definitive Visual History of a Continent by DK (English) Hardcover B

Description: Africa by DK, David Olusoga A UNIQUELY FASCINATING JOURNEY THROUGH THE HISTORY OF A CONTINENT AND ITS PEOPLESImmerse yourself in the intricate story of Africa and discover Africas true place in world history.Spanning more than 200,000 years, from the emergence of the first humans to the rise of megacities, Africa explores the history and cultures of the worlds second-largest continent in vivid detail. It brings to life the stories that shaped Africa and the world around it, from powerful empires and kingdoms such as Mali and Benin, through the struggle against colonization and the fight for independence, to Africas place on the global stage today.You will meet some of Africas most important leaders, from Hannibal and Queen Njinga to Nelson Mandela and Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Lavish photography showcases great African art and architecture, while engaging text written and authenticated by experts of African heritage covers every facet of African cultures, from music and literature to religions and languages. Specially commissioned CGI artworks recreate iconic buildings and life in lost cities like Timbuktu and Great Zimbabwe.Unparalleled in scope, Africa is the perfect book for anyone who is looking to deepen their understanding of Africas vital and inspiring history. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography David Olusoga (spokesperson)David Olusoga is a British-Nigerian historian, broadcaster, presenter, and BAFTA-winning filmmaker. His TV series include A House Through Time (BBC2), Black and British- A Forgotten History (BBC2), and the BAFTA Award-winning Britains Forgotten Slave Owners (BBC2). David is also the author of Black and British- A Forgotten History, which was awarded both the Longman-History Today Trustees Award and the PEN Hessell-Tiltman Prize. He writes for The Guardian, is a columnist for The Observer, and is Professor of Public History at the University of Manchester. Review The book is fascinating -- Michael Odell * The Times * Details ISBN0241509165 Author David Olusoga Pages 320 Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780241509166 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2024-04-04 Imprint DK Subtitle The Definitive Visual History of a Continent Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Audience General UK Release Date 2024-04-04 Language English ISBN-10 0241509165 AU Release Date 2024-04-08 Series DK Classic History NZ Release Date 2024-04-08 DEWEY 960 Alternative 9780241690512 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159217212;

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