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Discover the incredible history and diversity of the African continent in all its splendour with this stunningly illustrated and fact-filled encyclopedia.
This fascinating and beautiful book is divided into broad geographical sections which celebrate and showcase the peoples, landscapes and wildlife from different regions of this great continent, and bright and bold illustrations bring these facts to life.
Learn about the astonishing history of the continent, as the birthplace of the very first human beings, through rich historical civilisations such as the ancient Egyptians, the Benin Empire and the Kingdom of Kush, up to the development of the dynamic cities of the modern day.
Africana explores:
The beautiful visual cultures and artwork from across Africa, including the printed cottons of Guinea and the mud cloth of Mali
Famous figures from African history and modern-day change makers
The incredible landscapes and wildlife of the continent, ranging from the deserts of the north, the rainforests of the central regions and the savannahs of the south
Featuring a stunning copper foil-detailed cover, this large-format book is packed with maps, timelines and much, much more to open your eyes to the beauty and brilliance of this diverse continent.
Contents
WELCOME TO AFRICA
WHAT IS AFRICA?
AFRICA
Out of Africa
A Continent of Contrasts
NORTH AFRICA
Dynamic Dynasties
People and Cultures of North Africa
Wildlife and Landscapes
Change Makers and Superstars
Snapshots
EAST AFRICA
The Cradle of Humanity
People and Cultures of East Africa
Wildlife and Landscapes
Change Makers and Superstars
Snapshots
CENTRAL AFRICA
Conquering Kingdoms and Mass Migration
People and Cultures of Central Africa
Wildlife and Landscapes
Change Makers and Superstars
Snapshots
WEST AFRICA
Power and Prosperity
People and Cultures of West Africa
Wildlife and Landscapes
Change Makers and Superstars
Snapshots
SOUTHERN AFRICA
Great Empires
People and Cultures of Southern Africa
Wildlife and Landscapes
Change Makers and Superstars
Snapshots
GLOBAL AFRICA
History of Outward Migration
Ten Ways Africa has Influenced the World
Change Makers and Superstars
Words of Wisdom
Fast Flag Facts
African Flags
Glossary
Index



