Author: C. Magbaily Fyle
Publisher: University Press of America
Keywords: civilization, african, history, introduction
Number of Pages: 192
Published: 1999-08-25
List price: $43.00
ISBN-10: 0761814566
ISBN-13: 9780761814566

Introduction to the History of African Civilization explores the major issues dominating African Civilization from the earliest recorded period to the eve of colonial conquest of the continent. C. Magbaily Fyle begins with a discussion of the myths and prejudices underlying most analyses of African issues, and moves into a discussion of the origin of humanity; the similarities between the classical Nile valley civilizations of Egypt, Nubia, Kush, and Axum; and the spread of Islam through African societies. He portrays the systems of precolonial government and society, including the role of wom

Author: C. Magbaily Fyle
Publisher: The Scarecrow Press, Inc.
Keywords: historical, dictionaries, africa, african, leone, dictionary, sierra
Number of Pages: 344
Published: 2006-03-27
List price: $82.50
ISBN-10: 0810853396
ISBN-13: 9780810853393

This new edition is based primarily on recent research on the country, but covers the earliest known inhabitants, the colonial era, and the period of independence including the very confusing turmoil of the recent past. The chronology briefly traces its history and the introduction provides an essential overview of all the recent developments in the country. Hundreds of cross-referenced entries describe significant leaders, events, political parties and movements, ethnic groups, and related political, economic, and social aspects. A bibliography is included to facilitate further research.

Author: C. Magbaily Fyle
Publisher: University Press of America
Keywords: colonial, post, vol, africa, civilization, history, african, introduction
Number of Pages: 202
Published: 2001-09-01
List price: $56.50
ISBN-10: 0761821074
ISBN-13: 9780761821076

Introduction to the History of African Civilization explores the major issues dominating African Civilization from the earliest recorded period to the eve of colonial conquest of the continent. C. Magbaily Fyle begins with a discussion of the myths and prejudices underlying most analyses of African issues, and moves into a discussion of the origin of humanity; the similarities between the classical Nile valley civilizations of Egypt, Nubia, Kush, and Axum; and the spread of Islam through African societies. He portrays the systems of precolonial government and society, including the role of wom