Medieval Africa: The Rich Kingdoms and Empires of Africa's Middle Ages

By History Titans

Book Overview

Embark on a fascinating journey within African history through the Middle Ages
Medieval Europe was known for religious and political upheavals, but have you ever wondered whether this was the case in Africa, too?
Want to know how African kingdoms developed during the Middle Ages?
Would you like to peek into the fascinating trade culture, art scene, and buildings in Medieval Africa?
If you answered one or more questions with yes, this is the perfect book for you.
It shows how religion, culture, and ambitions shaped African societies, leading to the rise and fall of kingdoms and empires.
What can you expect to find inside?

Witness the Beginning of an Era: See how the first African Empire, Ghana, was built.Receive Lessons in Early Cultural Integration: Learn how Ghana's dual governance system led to the rise of the Empire.Learn About Fall and Rise: See how the Mali Empire was built on the remnants of its failed predecessor.Journey Through Mali's Growth: Understand how one ruler took his kingdom to its golden age.Explore the Secrets of the Songhai Empire: Learn how the founders of this empire built on the legacies of Ghana and Mali.Understand Control Strategies: Gain first-hand knowledge of how Songhai was able to control vast territories through innovative military and administrative protocols.Admire Architectural Marvels: Understand how the people of Great Zimbabwe built some of their most impressive buildings.Find Connections: See how the Zimbabwe Kingdom built its connections with the coast through trade.Explore Africa's Link to the World: Learn how the Swahili Coast became one of the most important trading hotspots in African history.Journey Through Forest Kingdoms: Sneak a peek into how two ancient kingdoms were made to thrive culturally and economically while nurturing strong connections with their beliefs.

With easy-to-digest information about historical events and plenty of fascinating facts, this book is the ideal companion for everyone wanting to explore Medieval Africa.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FFWVT7RQ
• ISBN13: 9798231549184
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Creek Ridge Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.0" x 8.0"