Colonial Africa

Brought to you by Penguin. Everyone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone. For too long, Africa's history has been neglected. Dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, its past has been fragmented, overlooked and denied its rightful place in our...

The Sunday Times Bestseller A new assessment of the West’s colonial record In the wake of the dissolution of the Soviet empire in 1989, many believed that we had arrived at the ‘End of History’ – that the global dominance of liberal democracy had been secured forever. Now however, with...

Famed historian, university professor, and author of the groundbreaking "The Case for Colonialism" Bruce Gilley demonstrates that, contrary to modern presuppositions, German colonialism from its early roots to the mid-twentieth century served overall as a global force for good in the world, elevating the lives of its subjects and encouraging scientific development while allowing native cultures to flourish within its governance.

A revelatory account of how African Independence was systematically undermined by the United States. "Fascinating information, original research, and bold ideas." —NPR "A triumph of archival research." —Jacobin In 1958 in Accra, Ghana, the Hands Off Africa conference brought together the...

FROM THE WINNER OF THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE and author of EAST WEST STREET THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Should be read by anyone who cares about justice, humanity and human rights' Elif Shafak 'An essential account' Sunday Times 'Powerful and persuasive . . . superb' Abdulrazak Gurnah...

The modern history of Africa was, until very recently, written on behalf of the indigenous races by the White man, who had forcefully entered the continent during a particularly hubristic and dynamic phase of European history. In 1884, Prince Otto von Bismark, the German chancellor, brought the plenipotentiaries of all major powers of Europe together to deal with Africa's colonization in such a manner as to avoid provocation of war.

In Chocolate Islands: Cocoa, Slavery, and Colonial Africa, Catherine Higgs traces the early-twentieth-century journey of the Englishman Joseph Burtt to the Portuguese colony of São Tomé and Príncipe - the chocolate islands - through Angola and Mozambique, and finally to British Southern Africa. Burtt had been hired by the chocolate firm Cadbury Brothers Limited to determine if the cocoa it was buying from the islands had been harvested by slave laborers forcibly recruited from Angola, an allegation that became one of the grand scandals of the early colonial era.

Step into the riveting saga of the Scramble for Africa and learn about the dramatic reshaping of the African continent. This audiobook offers a lens into the pivotal moments that saw Africa carved and claimed by European powers. Explore the technological revolution that was occurring in the backdrop, as well as the indomitable spirit of the Africans who resisted colonial rule.

For decades, African nations have fought for the return of countless works of art stolen during the colonial era and placed in Western museums. In Africa's Struggle for Its Art, Bénédicte Savoy brings to light this largely unknown but deeply important history. One of the world's foremost experts on restitution and cultural heritage, Savoy investigates extensive, previously unpublished sources to reveal that the roots of the struggle extend much further back than prominent recent debates indicate, and that these efforts were covered up by myriad opponents.

Trace the epic African history of human evolution, colonial resistance, and cultural triumph at the dawn of humankind. Perfect for your daily commute or an educational weekend listening escape, this fast-paced historical narrative transports you directly to the sweeping escarpments of the Rift...

Experience the dramatic urban history of a windswept bay that became a global epicenter of trade, empire, and rebellion. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this immersive narrative transports you to the shores of Table Bay long before European ships ever dropped anchor. Whether you are...

Witness the brutal clash of empires and fierce African resistance in this gripping history of global imperialism. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking narrative immerses you in the boardrooms, conference tables, and battlefields that violently fractured a continent. Understand...

Dive into a gripping African history forged by mineral wealth, political conflict, and an epic struggle for freedom. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking narrative transforms three centuries of complex global politics into a fast-paced educational listening experience. Witness...

Uncover the clash of empires in this sweeping history of ancient civilizations and modern revolutions. Perfect for your daily commute or focused learning, this immersive narrative transforms dry dates into a dramatic saga of survival. Discover how the Mediterranean, African, and Middle Eastern...

Witness the epic rise and fall of empires in this sweeping African history of survival, conquest, and decolonization. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive narrative transforms complex political struggles into a gripping auditory journey. Experience the intense clash of civilizations...

Explore the forgotten roots of African religious history in a sweeping epic of spiritual resilience and cultural triumph. Whether you are commuting or settling into a quiet space for deep learning, this inspiring journey transports you from the ancient sands of Egyptian desert monasteries to the...

Experience the gripping history of colonization and the relentless fight for liberation that birthed a modern democracy. This immersive narrative transports you from pre-colonial trade networks to the brutal legal architecture of apartheid. Witness the epic clash of empires and the ultimate...

Experience the gripping true story of a divided nation battling apartheid to forge a unified African democracy. Whether you are commuting or seeking a thought-provoking dive into world history, this sweeping narrative captures centuries of conflict, coexistence, and relentless change. Listen as...

Experience a gripping military history where indigenous warriors face the industrial might of a ruthless global empire. Perfect for your daily commute, this tense and dramatic narrative transports you straight to the battlefields of nineteenth-century southern Africa. Witness a tragic collision...

Explore dramatic African history and reclaim an ancient stone empire's legacy in this gripping audiobook. Perfect for your morning commute or focused learning, this immersive account shatters colonial myths to reveal the wondrous truth behind one of the world's most contested archaeological...