Neo-Colonialism in West Africa, written by renowned economist Samir Amin and translated from the French by Francis McDonagh, offers a critical analysis of the economic structures and policies that perpetuated dependency in former French West African colonies after independence. Amin examines how international trade relations, monetary systems, and political alliances maintained patterns of expl…
History of West Africa, Volume One is a comprehensive scholarly collection examining the historical development of West Africa from early civilizations to the onset of European colonial rule. Edited by J. F. A. Ajayi and Michael Crowder, the volume brings together contributions from leading African and international historians. The book explores major themes including the rise of ancient kingdo…
The first volume of Michael Tidy's A History of Africa, 1840–1914 with Donald Leeming examines the development of African history during the period 1840–1880. The book explores the social, economic, and political dynamics of Africa before the onset of intense European imperialism. The authors describe various African civilizations and kingdoms, interactions with European powers, economic ch…
History of West Africa, Volume Two is a comprehensive work that examines the historical development of West Africa from pre-colonial times to the modern era. This book provides an in-depth analysis of the political, social, and economic dynamics, as well as the processes of change that occurred in the West African region during the 19th and 20th centuries. Edited by two leading historians, J. F…
This book is a revised edition of the series "The Growth of African Civilization," which examines the development of the West African region since 1800. The author describes the revolutionary changes in the political, social, and economic spheres, as well as the dynamics of West African society, from the pre-war period to the 20th century. Through a comprehensive historical approach, the book e…
Basil Davidson's Modern Africa is a concise yet in-depth study of African historical developments from the era of imperialism in the late 19th century to the post-independence period of modern African states. The book highlights the processes of colonization, nationalist struggles, and the social, economic, and political challenges faced by the African continent in developing its identity and m…
This book is an illustrative survey of traditional Sub-Saharan African crafts, covering the motifs, techniques, and designs used in various forms of decorative art. Margaret Trowell describes the history, social functions, and aesthetic values of traditional African works, supported by detailed illustrations and technical explanations. This Dover edition is a reprint of the 1966 edition and fea…
Bill Freund's book, The Making of Contemporary Africa, provides a comprehensive overview of the development of African societies from 1800 to the contemporary era. Using a social and economic history approach, Freund examines the impact of colonialism, changes in economic structures, political dynamics, and the social transformations that shaped modern Africa. The book explores key periods such…
This book examines the Western Sahara conflict in depth, a long-running dispute between Morocco, Mauritania, and the Polisario Front liberation movement that emerged after the end of Spanish colonialism. Maurice Barbier outlines the historical roots of the conflict, regional political dynamics, the role of international actors, and its geopolitical implications for the North African region. Thi…
Margaret Trowell's "African Design" is an illustrated survey of traditional African crafts, primarily from the Sub-Saharan region. The book provides explanations of decorative patterns, production techniques, cultural functions, and aesthetic values of various African craft forms, such as textiles, woodcarvings, jewelry, pottery, and symbolic design. This 2003 Dover edition is a reprint o…