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Fortunes of Africa

A 5,000 Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour


  • Simon & Schuster
  • by Martin Meredith
  • 9781471135453 | E | PB
In this vast and vivid panorama of history, Martin Meredith, bestselling author of The State of Africa, follows the fortunes of Africa over a period of 5,000 years. With compelling narrative, he traces the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and empires; the spread of Christianity and Islam; the enduring quest for gold and other riches; the exploits of explorers and missionaries; and the impact of European colonisation.

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Publisher Simon & Schuster
ISBN 9781471135453
Author(s) Martin Meredith
Publication date June 2015
Edition Paperback
Dimensions 198 x 129 mm
Pages 768
Language(s) Eng. ed.
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In this vast and vivid panorama of history, Martin Meredith, bestselling author of The State of Africa, follows the fortunes of Africa over a period of 5,000 years. With compelling narrative, he traces the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and empires; the spread of Christianity and Islam; the enduring quest for gold and other riches; the exploits of explorers and missionaries; and the impact of European colonisation. He examines, too, the fate of modern African states and concludes with a glimpse into their future. This is history on an epic scale.