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 presents a comprehensive discussion of the history of Sub-Saharan Africa, from prehistoric times through the development of major empires, the slave trade, European colonialism, and the struggle for independence. Written by Russell Warren Howe as part of the Black Africa series, this volume includes Parts 3 and 4, which deepen the analysis of the socio-political changes and dynamics o…
Marianne Cornevin's "Histoire de l’Afrique contemporaine" examines the development of African history from World War II to the contemporary era. Drawing on the author's firsthand experiences in several African countries, the work highlights the political dynamics, decolonization processes, economic growth, and the phenomenon of neo-colonialism that have impacted modern African states. Present…
The Africa Reader: Colonial Africa is a collection of important writings that examine the history of colonialism across Africa. Edited by Wilfred Cartey and Martin Kilson, this book contains articles, documents, speeches, and accounts of experiences from the colonial period, including the perspectives of African figures and colonial rulers. It describes the mechanisms of colonial rule, economic…
Salvatore Foderaro's Independent Africa is an analytical study of political and legal developments in Africa after the wave of independence in the mid-20th century. Written by a law professor at the University of Rome, the book examines the transition of African countries from colonialism to national governance, including constitutional challenges, the formation of state institutions, political…
This book presents a comprehensive study of a thousand years of East African historical development, from the early formation of local communities to the social, economic, and political structures of various key periods. John E.G. Sutton utilizes archaeological data, historical records, and cultural analysis to illustrate the evolution of East African societies and their interactions with the o…
This book is Chief Musamaali Nangoli's critical work, which attempts to address the many misunderstandings and misinformation about Africa that have persisted for years in the Western world. Through a rigorous approach based on firsthand experience as an African, the author reveals facts about Africa's history, culture, politics, and socio-economic conditions that are rarely presented honestly.…
This book examines the historical development of Africa from 1400 to 1800, a period often referred to as the "African Middle Ages." Roland Oliver and Anthony Atmore examine the social, political, and economic changes that occurred across Africa, including the development of major empires, interregional relations, and the early influence of European nations. With a scholarly yet accessible appro…
This book provides a concise overview of African history from the beginning of human development to the 20th century. Roland Oliver and J. D. Fage present the development of African civilization, major empires, social and economic dynamics, and the impact of European colonialism on the continent. With a clear and comprehensive writing style, this book is an essential introduction for readers se…
This book traces Africa's first fifty years after gaining independence from colonialism. Martin Meredith describes the political challenges, conflicts, leadership, economic development, and social dynamics in various African countries. With a strong historical approach and comprehensive narrative, this book is a key reference for understanding the conditions of modern Africa and its legacy of c…