The Hausa Civilization: Guardians of West African Heritage and Islamic Scholarship

By Hani Bashier

Discover One of Africa's Greatest Hidden Civilizations
Did you know that over 80 million people speak a single language across West Africa, and that this remarkable people built trading empires that stretched across the Sahara for more than a thousand years? Yet their extraordinary story remains largely untold in the Western world.
In this groundbreaking book, you'll uncover the fascinating world of the Hausa people - a civilization that has profoundly shaped African history and culture but has never received the recognition it deserves. From the legendary tales of Prince Bayajidda who slayed a monstrous serpent, to thriving commercial cities that rivaled Florence and Venice during the Renaissance era.
What You'll Discover:
The secrets of seven legendary city-states that controlled trans-Saharan trade routes for centuries. Stories of warrior queens and golden-armored horsemen who dominated the African savanna. Mysterious spiritual practices that blend Islam with ancient African beliefs in ways that will challenge your understanding of religious syncretism. How this single people influenced language and culture across half the African continent. Recent archaeological discoveries that are rewriting African history.
Why This Book is Different:
This is the first comprehensive English-language study exceeding 20,000 words dedicated exclusively to the Hausa people. Built on rigorous academic sources and scholarly references, it reveals aspects never before explored in Western literature. Written in an engaging style that combines scientific accuracy with compelling narrative, making complex historical and cultural concepts accessible to all readers.
Perfect For:
Students of history, anthropology, and African studies. Anyone interested in authentic African cultures beyond stereotypes. Researchers seeking genuine knowledge about one of the world's most influential yet underrepresented civilizations. Travelers planning to visit West Africa who want to understand the region's cultural foundations.
A Journey into the Heart of an Ancient Civilization That Deserves to be Known
The Hausa people have been the guardians of West African heritage and Islamic scholarship for over a millennium. Their story encompasses epic migrations, brilliant innovations in trade and governance, architectural marvels that still stand today, and a diaspora that spans continents. This book reveals how they became masters of adaptation, surviving colonialism while preserving their identity, and continuing to thrive in the modern world.
From the mystical origins of their seven founding states to their role as cultural bridges between North and Sub-Saharan Africa, from their sophisticated legal systems to their vibrant festivals that attract visitors worldwide, this comprehensive study illuminates every aspect of Hausa civilization.
Get your copy today and discover why the Hausa are considered one of the most important peoples who shaped the face of modern Africa. This is more than just a history book - it's an invitation to explore a rich, complex civilization that has remained hidden in plain sight for far too long.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9916744246
• ISBN13: 9789916744246
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Tallinn: Hani Bashier, 2025 (North Philadelph
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"