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Africa's Geography: Dynamics of Place, Cultures, and Economies
Africa's Geography presents a comprehensive exploration of the world’s second largest and most culturally diverse continent. Author Benjamin Ofori-Amoah challenges common misconceptions and misrepresentations of Africa from a geographical perspective, harnessing the power of modern geographic mapping technology to explore this unique continent. This text provides thorough coverage of the historical, cultural, economic, and political forces that continue to shape Africa, applying geographic context to relevant past and contemporary issues. Coverage of economic development, climate and biogeography, transportation and communication, manufacturing and commerce, and mining and agriculture provides foundational knowledge of this vast and complex continent. Ideally suited for multiple areas of classroom study, this text offers an effective and flexible pedagogical framework. Coverage of the entirety of Africa enables students to develop a cohesive portrait of the continent as a whole and identify the dynamism of its nations, cultures, and economies. Engaging and accessible narrative strengthens comprehension, while examples of historical and contemporary events increase student interest. Innovative and unique, Africa’s Geography is an essential resource for cross-disciplinary investigation of this fascinating part of the world.
688 pages, Paperback
Published April 30, 2019
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November 27, 2021
This is a unique and delicious book. It is geography and history written from an African’s point of view.
The first chapter begins with misconceptions, which I found helpful. Chapters 4 and 5 summarize geology, climate and biogeography.
In chapter 2,3,6 the author integrates all of African history including Egypt, Northern Africa, the long influence of Middle Eastern Muslims. This puts in perspective the Arab interaction in the east with Ghana, North East with Ethiopia, and South East coast. In addition he links the imposed, failed theories of economic development and population distribution.
Chapter 7 has a broad reaching chapter summarizing Africa’s diverse religious worldview, languages, family structure and ethnicities. The remaining chapters cover the development of cities, political geographies, and topics related to economic geography. Globalization’s impact from colonization through post-independence are discussed from multiple angles.
As it was assembled by a geographer it is richly illustrated with maps, tables as well as pre-chapter advanced organizers and post-chapter key concepts and study questions. The style of writing is accessible, the chapters are the right length such that I read much of the book over a week that included 2 transcontinental flights.
I believe this would be an outstanding read for anyone who wants to know more about Africa and its place in the world.
The first chapter begins with misconceptions, which I found helpful. Chapters 4 and 5 summarize geology, climate and biogeography.
In chapter 2,3,6 the author integrates all of African history including Egypt, Northern Africa, the long influence of Middle Eastern Muslims. This puts in perspective the Arab interaction in the east with Ghana, North East with Ethiopia, and South East coast. In addition he links the imposed, failed theories of economic development and population distribution.
Chapter 7 has a broad reaching chapter summarizing Africa’s diverse religious worldview, languages, family structure and ethnicities. The remaining chapters cover the development of cities, political geographies, and topics related to economic geography. Globalization’s impact from colonization through post-independence are discussed from multiple angles.
As it was assembled by a geographer it is richly illustrated with maps, tables as well as pre-chapter advanced organizers and post-chapter key concepts and study questions. The style of writing is accessible, the chapters are the right length such that I read much of the book over a week that included 2 transcontinental flights.
I believe this would be an outstanding read for anyone who wants to know more about Africa and its place in the world.
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