Empires of Medieval West Africa by David C. Conrad (2009, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherFacts On File, Incorporated

ISBN-101604131640

ISBN-139781604131642

eBay Product ID (ePID)71727974

Product Key Features

Edition2

Book TitleEmpires of Medieval West Africa

Number of Pages152 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicHistory / Africa, People & Places / Africa, Social Science / Customs, Traditions, Anthropology, History / General

Publication Year2009

FeaturesRevised

IllustratorYes

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction

AuthorDavid C. Conrad

Book SeriesGreat Empires of the Past Ser.

FormatHardcover

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceElementary/High School

LCCN2009-012507

Grade FromSixth Grade

Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School

Grade ToTwelfth Grade

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

SynopsisBeginning about 1200 CE, the Mali, Songhay, and Ghana empires spread their sequential influence across the western horn of Africa, making advances in trade, language, culture, and economy. Influenced heavily by Islam in their later periods, these empires flourished and grew under a series of powerful leaders, including one, Mansa Musa, whose skills were celebrated in European capitals. ""Empires of Medieval West Africa, Revised Edition"" discusses the vital role salt and other natural resources played in the development of the empires, the rich and diverse cultures, and the influence of the growing Islamic Empire on every day life. Included are some transcriptions of the oral tradition that is, in many cases, the only record of the deeds and achievements of these people. Connections to life today include the continuing impact of Islam and tribal groups in today's Africa and the influence of the medieval traditions on modern music and cuisine., Beginning about 1200 CE, the Mali, Songhay, and Ghana empires spread their sequential influence across the western horn of Africa. This title discusses the vital role salt and other natural resources played in the development of the empires, the rich and diverse cultures, and the influence of the Islamic Empire on every day life.

LC Classification NumberDT532.C66 2009