A. Adu Boahen, editor
UNESCO General History of Africa, Vol. VII, Abridged Edition
Africa Under Colonial Domination 1880-1935
$26.95, paperback
9780520067028
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416 pages,
June 1990, Only available in Only available in the United States, Canada
June 1990, Only available in Only available in the United States, Canada
Volume VII of this acclaimed series is now available in an abridged paperback edition. The result of years of work by scholars from all over the world, The UNESCO General History of Africa reflects how the different peoples of Africa view their civilizations and shows the historical relationships between the various parts of the continent. Historical connections with other continents demonstrate Africa's contribution to the development of human civilization. Each volume is lavishly illustrated and contains a comprehensive bibliography.
"The overall aim of The UNESCO General History of Africa may be said to be the Africanisation of African history through a scientific account of the ideas, civilization, societies, and traditions of the continent's peoples."—Chinweizu, South
"One of the most ambitious academic projects to be undertaken in this century."—Lindsay Barrett, West Africa
"One of the most ambitious academic projects to be undertaken in this century."—Lindsay Barrett, West Africa
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