The History And Description Of Africa V1 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163495933)

The History And Description Of Africa V1 is a book written by Leo Africanus, a renowned African scholar and explorer. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, geography, and culture of Africa, covering a vast range of topics from the ancient empires of Egypt and Ethiopia to the contemporary societies of West and Central Africa.Leo Africanus's work is considered a landmark in the field of African studies, as it provides a unique perspective on the continent from an African point of view. The author draws on his extensive travels throughout the region to provide detailed descriptions of the various cultures and peoples he encountered, as well as their customs, traditions, and beliefs.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of African history and culture. The first section covers the ancient empires of North Africa, including Egypt, Carthage, and Numidia. The second section covers the rise of Islam in Africa and the spread of Islamic culture throughout the continent.The third section provides a detailed description of the various African kingdoms and empires that emerged in West and Central Africa, including the Mali Empire, the Songhai Empire, and the Kingdom of Benin. The final section of the book covers the European colonization of Africa and the impact that it had on African societies.Overall, The History And Description Of Africa V1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in African history and culture. Leo Africanus's insightful observations and detailed descriptions provide a unique perspective on the continent that is both informative and engaging.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Leo Africanus
ISBN-10: 116349593X
ISBN-13: 9781163495933
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 360
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.54lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d