Chad Rising: A History of Chad from Empires to Independence and Beyond

By Ali Faisal

In The History of Chad: From the Sao to the Sahel, you'll journey through:

The mysteries of the Sao people, who left their mark in legends and artifacts beneath Lake Chad.

The rise and fall of the Kanem-Bornu Empire, one of Africa's medieval superpowers.

The struggles of colonial conquest, forced labor, and cotton fields under French rule.

The turbulent path from independence under François Tombalbaye to the reigns of Hissène Habré and Idriss Déby.

The impact of oil wealth, insurgencies, and the fight against Boko Haram, which thrust Chad into global headlines.

The enduring spirit of its people, whose music, dance, crafts, and traditions keep the nation's identity alive.

Today, Chad stands at a crossroads: democracy or military rule, fragility or renewal, despair or hope. This book is about a nation often overlooked just as much about how history, culture, and resilience shape the destiny of a people in one of the most strategic corners of Africa.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FTF7D9FJ
• ISBN13: 9798267798112
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"