A History of Africa Vol. 1

This foundational academic text, A History of Africa Vol. 1 (1800-1914), offers a meticulous and comprehensive analysis of the African continent during a pivotal century of profound transition. It delves into the dynamics of pre-colonial African societies, the internal forces shaping states, and the devastating impact of the transatlantic slave trade's final decades, culminating in the European Scramble and partition of Africa. The volume provides a sophisticated, non-Eurocentric perspective, making it an essential scholarly resource for students and historians seeking to understand the deep-rooted causes and immediate consequences of colonialism across various regions.