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Africana: An Encyclopedia of an Amazing Continent
Africana: An Encyclopedia of an Amazing Continent
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This encyclopedia celebrates the history and diversity of the African continent, featuring stunning illustrations and facts about its peoples, landscapes, and wildlife. It explores the continent's ancient history, famous figures, and modern-day change makers, as well as its beautiful visual cultures and artwork.
Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 04 October 2022
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd
Discover the captivating history and diverse wonders of the African continent in this stunningly illustrated and fact-filled encyclopedia. Divided into broad geographical sections, this book celebrates and showcases the peoples, landscapes, and wildlife from different regions of this great continent. Bright and bold illustrations bring these facts to life, making learning about the continent's history and culture an engaging and immersive experience.
The book begins with the astonishing history of the continent, as the birthplace of the very first human beings. It explores the rich historical civilisations of the ancient Egyptians, the Benin Empire, and the Kingdom of Kush, as well as the development of the dynamic cities of the modern day. Africana also 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 are also featured, highlighting the continent's impact on the world. The incredible landscapes and wildlife of the continent are also explored, 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 more to open your eyes to the beauty and brilliance of this diverse continent. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or simply curious about the world, Africana is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the African continent.
Weight: 907g
Dimension: 316 x 263 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780711269804
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