Ourstory Afrikans: From Antiquity to the 21st Century

Ourstory Afrikans: From Antiquity to the 21st Century is a groundbreaking book that tells the untold story of the Afrikan people. From the earliest civilizations in Egypt and Nubia to the rise of powerful kingdoms in West Africa and the transatlantic slave trade, this book chronicles the Afrikan experience in all its complexity and glory.

Ourstory: Afrikans from Antiquity to the 21st Century

by Julie Sykes

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	744 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Written by a team of leading scholars, Ourstory Afrikans is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true history of Africa and the Afrikan diaspora. This book is a powerful and inspiring account of the Afrikan people's journey from antiquity to the present day. It is a story of resilience, creativity, and triumph that will change the way you think about Africa and the Afrikan people.

The Early Civilizations of Egypt and Nubia

The Afrikan continent is the birthplace of some of the world's oldest and most advanced civilizations. The ancient Egyptians and Nubians were renowned for their architecture, art, and science. The pyramids of Giza, the temples of Karnak, and the colossal statues of Abu Simbel are just a few of the many wonders that these civilizations left behind.

The Afrikan people have made significant contributions to the world in many areas. They were the first to develop a system of writing, they invented mathematics, and they were the first to use iron. The Afrikans also played a major role in the development of the transatlantic slave trade. This forced migration of millions of Afrikans to the Americas had a profound impact on the history of both Africa and the New World.

The Rise of Powerful Kingdoms in West Africa

In the centuries following the fall of the ancient Egyptian and Nubian civilizations, a number of powerful kingdoms emerged in West Africa. These kingdoms, such as Ghana, Mali, and Songhay, were centers of trade, learning, and culture. The people of these kingdoms developed complex political systems, built magnificent cities, and produced beautiful works of art.

The West Afrikan kingdoms played a major role in the development of the transatlantic slave trade. They were the source of many of the slaves who were shipped to the Americas. The slave trade had a devastating impact on the Afrikan people, but it also led to the creation of vibrant Afrikan communities in the New World.

The Transatlantic Slave Trade

The transatlantic slave trade was one of the most horrific chapters in human history. Millions of Afrikans were forcibly removed from their homes and sold into slavery in the Americas. The conditions on the slave ships were appalling, and many Afrikans died during the Middle Passage. Those who survived were subjected to a life of brutality and oppression.

The transatlantic slave trade had a profound impact on the Afrikan people. It led to the loss of millions of lives, the destruction of families, and the erosion of Afrikan culture. However, it also led to the creation of vibrant Afrikan communities in the New World. These communities have played a major role in the development of the Americas and continue to shape the world today.

The Afrikan Diaspora

The Afrikan diaspora is the term used to describe the Afrikan people who live outside of Africa. The diaspora includes people of Afrikan descent who live in the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. The Afrikan diaspora is a diverse and vibrant community that has made significant contributions to the world in many areas.

The Afrikan diaspora has played a major role in the development of the Americas. Afrikans were brought to the Americas as slaves, but they have since made their mark on every aspect of American society. Afrikans have played a leading role in the fight for civil rights, they have made significant contributions to the arts and sciences, and they have helped to shape the American culture.

The 21st Century

The 21st century is a time of great opportunity for the Afrikan people. The Afrikan continent is home to some of the world's fastest-growing economies, and the Afrikan diaspora is a major force in the global economy. The Afrikan people are facing many challenges, but they are also poised to make a major contribution to the world in the 21st century.

Ourstory Afrikans: From Antiquity to the 21st Century is a powerful and inspiring account of the Afrikan people's journey from antiquity to the present day. It is a story of resilience, creativity, and triumph that will change the way you think about Africa and the Afrikan people.

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Ourstory: Afrikans from Antiquity to the 21st Century

by Julie Sykes

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	744 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	165 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE