Covers the major problems in the field, including classic texts, the research, and controversies about the origins of African history and Africa's contributions to non-Western world history. This work includes themes such as: Africa and Egypt; African States and Trade; Islam in Africa; Women in African Societies; and, Slavery in Africa.

This updated and expanded new collection covers the major problems in the field, incorporating classic texts, the newest research, and recent controversies about the origins of African history and Africäs contributions to non-Western world history. The themes presented include: ¿ Africa and Egypt ¿ African States and Trade ¿ Islam and Africa ¿ The Role of Women in African States and Societies ¿ Slavery in Africa and the Formation of Global African Diasporas