Making of Contemporary Africa: The Development of African Society Since 1800
Hardback
Main Details
Title |
Making of Contemporary Africa: The Development of African Society Since 1800
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Bill Freund
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:352 | Dimensions(mm): Height 223,Width 143 |
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Category/Genre | African history |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780333698716
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Classifications | Dewey:960 |
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Audience | |
Edition |
2nd Revised edition
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Illustrations |
bibliography, index
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Palgrave Macmillan
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Imprint |
Palgrave Macmillan
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Publication Date |
29 May 1998 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Fully revised and updated to include the major events that have taken place in South Africa, this book provides a reinterpretation of events in sub-Saharan Africa since the 18th century. The book also serves as an introduction to the history of modern Africa, incorporating into the text a critical appraisal of scholarship in recent years.
Author Biography
BILL FREUND is Professor of Economic History at the University of Natal in Durban.
ReviewsReview of first edition: 'A landmark in African historiography.' - Journal of African History
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