Africa since 1800

by Roland Anthony Oliver, Anthony Atmore

This book, the Fifth Revised Edition of a well-known introductory textbook, has remained in steady demand for the past forty years. The new edition covers events up to the middle of 2003, and takes account of the fresh perspectives brought about by the end of the Cold War and the new global situation following the events of September 11, 2001. It is also concerned with the demographic trends which are at the heart of so many African problems today, the ravages of diseases such as AIDS and malaria, and the conflicts waged by warlords fighting for control of scarce resources. Previous Edition Hb (1994): 0-521-41946-8 Previous Edition Pb (1994): 0-521-42970-6

Genres: History, Africa, Nonfiction

414 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1967

About the author

Roland Oliver was one of the founders of the academic study of African history in the West.

Reviews

[Mukisa]

I love reading the book

[John E]

Well written overview of the whole continent. Each chronological period is subdivided into North, West, Central, East, and South areas. Overall a good introduction to the rise and fall of European imperialism in Africa.

[(unknown)]

whatever it was, it's not as important as Dr. Samatar's awesome griot stories.

[James]

Great reference book but not something to relax by the fire and read. Buy it if you have an academic reason to purchase it but other than that, don't bother.