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Africana

An encyclopedia of an amazing continent

Kim Chakanetsa , Mayowa Alabi
Organized by region, this abundant illustrated survey of Africa includes maps, timelines, cultural information, wildlife details, profiles of inspiring figures and snapshot pages offering facts on an eclectic mix of topics including music, renewable resources and social movements. Age 7+
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Product information:
  • Publisher: Wide Eyed
  • Year: 2022
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 96pp
  • Illustrated: Yes
  • Dimensions: 310x256mm
  • ISBN: 9780711269781
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.9kg
Product code:
546196
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Discover the incredible history and diversity of the African continent in all its splendour with this stunningly illustrated and fact-filled encyclopedia.
This fascinating and beautiful book is divided into broad geographical sections which celebrate and showcase the peoples, landscapes and wildlife from different regions of this great continent, and bright and bold illustrations bring these facts to life.

Learn about the astonishing history of the continent, as the birthplace of the very first human beings, through rich historical civilisations such as the ancient Egyptians, the Benin Empire and the Kingdom of Kush, up to the development of the dynamic cities of the modern day.

Africana explores:



The beautiful visual cultures and artwork from across Africa, including the printed cottons of Guinea and the mud cloth of Mali
Famous figures from African history and modern-day change makers
The incredible landscapes and wildlife of the continent, ranging from the deserts of the north, the rainforests of the central regions and the savannahs of the south


Featuring a stunning copper foil-detailed cover, this large-format book is packed with maps, timelines and much, much more to open your eyes to the beauty and brilliance of this diverse continent.
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