Problems in African History: The Precolonial Centuries (Topics in World History) (v. 1)

These books are designed to stimulate class discussions and to engage students with the subject. Collins has included authoritative statements, interpretations, and analyses by renowned scholars. A distinctive characteristic of this anthology is the range of interpretations accorded to the research results. This book offers the full spectrum of emotionally charged theories. Each section presents a set of conflicting arguments to show the state of debates on these highly controversial issues. Extensive commentary by the editor leads the reader through this treasury of theories and dramatically highlights the development of the field. This collection covers the major problems in the field, including classic texts, the newest research, and recent controversies about the origins of African history and Africa's contributions to a non-western world history. Its themes comprise: Africa and Egypt Bantu Origins and Migration African States and Trade Islam in Africa Women in African Societies Slavery in Africa