The first section of this two-part atlas examines the continent's past and peoples from prehistoric times through the ancient Greek and Roman periods to the period when present-day African cultures and societies emerged. The second section explores the countries and peoples of modern Africa. Specialized sections provide detailed information on the African slave trade; Islam in Africa; Africa's religions; peoples and languages of Africa; education and literacy; and African art, music, and dance.

 

This book is part of a book series called Cultural Atlas For Young People .

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 96 pages in this book. This is a reference book. This book was published 2003 by Facts On File Inc .

Sean Sheehan has written several books for KS3/4 students, including several history books. Dr. Jocelyn Murray was born in New Zealand and spent 13 years as a missionary in Kenya. She earned her Ph. D. in African history from the University of California at Los Angeles. In 1974, she became a research fellow in the Department of Religious Studies of the University of Aberdeen. A staff member of the International African Institute in London, Murray has been writing and editing work, principally on African subjects, since 1980. Sean Sheehan has a degree in history and English. He worked as a teacher in England and southeast Asia before becoming a full-time writer. He is the author of numerous books on modern and ancient history.