Dynasties and Culture in Belgium is a comprehensive study of the relationship between the institution of monarchy and cultural development in Belgium. Written by leading historians and academics led by Herman Balthazar and Jean Stengers, the book examines how Belgian royal dynasties have shaped national identity, art, architecture, social life, and cultural policy since the 19th century. It ref…
This fourth volume of the UNESCO General History of Africa series examines the political, social, and economic development of the African continent from the twelfth to the sixteenth century. Edited by D. T. Niane, the book presents contributions from leading scholars who analyze the rise and fall of major African states and empires, including Mali, Songhay, Kanem-Borno, Benin, Great Zimbabwe, a…
This second volume of the UNESCO General History of Africa series explores the emergence, development, and achievements of ancient African civilizations. Edited by G. Mokhtar, the book examines archaeological, linguistic, and historical evidence to reconstruct Africa’s early societies, including Ancient Egypt, Nubia, Ethiopia, the Maghreb, and the civilizations of the Sahara and sub-Saharan r…
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…
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 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…
The African Predicament: Collected Essays is a collection of writings by Kofi Awoonor that examines the fundamental issues facing modern Africa. Through incisive analysis of African politics, history, culture, colonialism, and identity, Awoonor explores how colonial legacies and internal dynamics influence the continent's socio-political development. The essays in this book reveal the critical …
This book examines the traditions and processes of social change in various African societies. Evelyn Jones Rich and Immanuel Wallerstein examine the historical dynamics, social structures, cultural systems, and transformations resulting from colonialism, modernization, and political developments in Africa. Using an anthropological and sociological approach, this book explains how African socie…
Basil Davidson's The Lost Cities of Africa is a classic study of Africa's great civilizations, which for centuries have received little attention in Western historiography. Through archaeological observations, historical research, and photographs of important sites, Davidson explores ancient cities such as Timbuktu, Great Zimbabwe, Ife, Benin, and other cultural centers that attest to the high …
This book presents a comprehensive overview of the history and development of African societies, from prehistoric times through the great African kingdoms, colonialism, and the modern era. Joseph E. Harris emphasizes Africa's contributions to world history and the development of African identity within a global context. This book is an essential reference for readers studying African history, c…