{"product_id":"africa-before-colonialism-paperback","title":"Africa Before Colonialism - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSamuel M. Goldstein\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if the greatest civilizations the world has ever known existed long before colonialism - right here in Africa?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAFRICA BEFORE COLONIALISM: A Comprehensive Study of Precolonial Societies, Culture, and Civilization\u003c\/em\u003e unveils a world of kingdoms, scholars, builders, and innovators who shaped the course of human history long before Europe's arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJourney into an Africa of brilliance - where the empires of Mali, Ghana, and Songhai traded gold across the desert; where Nubia and Egypt built monuments to science, faith, and governance; and where Great Zimbabwe stood as a testament to architectural genius and unity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis deeply researched and vividly written work by \u003cstrong\u003eSamuel M. Goldstein\u003c\/strong\u003e brings to life the societies that flourished across the continent, revealing how their philosophies, art, commerce, and political systems rivaled - and often surpassed - those of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe complex political structures that guided African empires with wisdom and justice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe scientific, artistic, and spiritual traditions that defined Africa's cultural identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe trade networks that connected Africa to Asia, the Middle East, and Europe long before colonial expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe enduring legacy of precolonial civilizations that continue to influence Africa today.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough clear narrative and powerful storytelling, \u003cem\u003eAFRICA BEFORE COLONIALISM\u003c\/em\u003e reclaims a history too often overlooked. It invites readers to see Africa not through the shadow of colonialism but through the brilliance of its own light - as the cradle of humanity and a center of civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRediscover Africa's story - the real story - of strength, creativity, and enduring legacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegin your journey through time today.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 09, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67972627104051,"sku":"9798232291884","price":34.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/6q_TJPLwvB9798232291884.webp?v=1794430496","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/africa-before-colonialism-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}