About the book
*SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO BOOK AWARDS 2024 AND THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2025*
*An instant Sunday Times bestseller, Radio 4 Book of the Week and Guardian Best Summer Read*
Selected as a book to look out for by the Guardian and The Rest is Politics
Everyone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone.
For too long, Africa’s history has been dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, or simply ignored. Now, Zeinab Badawi sets the record straight.
In this fascinating book, Badawi guides us through Africa’s spectacular history – from the origins of humanity, through ancient civilisations and medieval empires, to the miseries of conquest and the elation of independence. Visiting more than thirty African countries to interview countless historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and local storytellers, Badawi weaves together a gripping new history of the oldest inhabited continent on the planet, told through the voices of Africans themselves.
Editions of African History of Africa
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780753560129
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780753560136
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780753560143
- EBook
- ISBN 9780753560150
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*SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO BOOK AWARDS 2024 AND THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2025*
*An instant Sunday Times bestseller, Radio 4 Book of the Week and Guardian Best Summer Read*
Selected as a book to look out for by the Guardian and The Rest is Politics
Everyone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone.
For too long, Africa’s history has been dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, or simply ignored. Now, Zeinab Badawi sets the record straight.
In this fascinating book, Badawi guides us through Africa’s spectacular history – from the origins of humanity, through ancient civilisations and medieval empires, to the miseries of conquest and the elation of independence. Visiting more than thirty African countries to interview countless historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and local storytellers, Badawi weaves together a gripping new history of the oldest inhabited continent on the planet, told through the voices of Africans themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is African History of Africa about?
*SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO BOOK AWARDS 2024 AND THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2025*
*An instant Sunday Times bestseller, Radio 4 Book of the Week and Guardian Best Summer Read*
Selected as a book to look out for by the Guardian and The Rest is Politics
Everyone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone.
For too long, Africa’s history has been dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, or simply ignored. Now, Zeinab Badawi sets the record straight.
In this fascinating book, Badawi guides us through Africa’s spectacular history – from the origins of humanity, through ancient civilisations and medieval empires, to the miseries of conquest and the elation of independence. Visiting more than thirty African countries to interview countless historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and local storytellers, Badawi weaves together a gripping new history of the oldest inhabited continent on the planet, told through the voices of Africans themselves.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in African History of Africa?
History and Archaeology > History > African history
Where can I read a sample of African History of Africa?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780753560129
Who is/are the Author/s of the book African History of Africa?
Zeinab Badawi
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
African History of Africa is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780753560129) and paperback(ISBN 9780753560136) and paperback(ISBN 9780753560143) and ebook(ISBN 9780753560150)
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