A Short History of Africa: From the Origins of the Human Race to the Arab Spring

by Gordon Kerr

Book Overview

A comprehensive introduction to the sprawling history of this enormous continent, from the dawn of human time in prehistoric Africa right through to Arab Spring

Beginning with the origins of the human race and the development of stone age technology, this history of the cradle of civilization moves through ancient and medieval times, the significance of the Arab presence, the Muslim states, and the trans-Saharan trade. It continues with...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 184243442X
• ISBN13: 9781842434420
• Release Date: June 2012
• Publisher: Pocket Essentials
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 7.6"