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Great kingdoms of Africa

by John Parker, David Adjaye

This volume explores the history and legacy of Africa's great kingdoms and empires over five thousand years. Nine historians analyse how these powerful states operated, how power was projected, and how traditional kingship continues to influence the continent today.

Accession 27721 ISBN 9780500252529 Publisher Thames & Hudson
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