
Encyclopedia of African Colonial Conflicts
[2 volumes]
Timothy J. Stapleton(Editor)
ABC-CLIO (Publisher)
Published on 7. November 2016
Book
Hardback
848 pages
978-1-59884-836-6 (ISBN)
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Description
Two volumes introduce the history of colonial wars in Africa and illustrate why African countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Somalia, and Sudan continue to experience ethnic, political, and religious violence in the early 21st century.
This sweeping study examines the wars of colonial conquest fought in Africa during the 19th and early 20th centuries. From Britain's efforts to wrest control of the Sudan from military leader Muhammad Ahmad al-Mahdi, to Italy's decisive defeat at the Battle of Adowa in Ethiopia, to Leopold II's brutal reign over the Belgian Congo, the work surveys the devastation reaped upon the continent by colonization and illustrates how its combative influence continues to resonate in Africa today.
Written by scholars in the fields of history and politics, this complete reference includes entries on wars, campaigns, rebellions, battles, leaders, and organizations. The work delves into key historical periods including the "Scramble for Africa" (ca.1880 to 1910); early European colonial wars in Africa, such as the Dutch in the Cape and the Portuguese in Angola and Mozambique; and African rebellions against the early colonial state in the 1890s and early 1900s. Entries feature prominent events and personalities as well as lesser-known occurrences and players.
This sweeping study examines the wars of colonial conquest fought in Africa during the 19th and early 20th centuries. From Britain's efforts to wrest control of the Sudan from military leader Muhammad Ahmad al-Mahdi, to Italy's decisive defeat at the Battle of Adowa in Ethiopia, to Leopold II's brutal reign over the Belgian Congo, the work surveys the devastation reaped upon the continent by colonization and illustrates how its combative influence continues to resonate in Africa today.
Written by scholars in the fields of history and politics, this complete reference includes entries on wars, campaigns, rebellions, battles, leaders, and organizations. The work delves into key historical periods including the "Scramble for Africa" (ca.1880 to 1910); early European colonial wars in Africa, such as the Dutch in the Cape and the Portuguese in Angola and Mozambique; and African rebellions against the early colonial state in the 1890s and early 1900s. Entries feature prominent events and personalities as well as lesser-known occurrences and players.
Reviews / Votes
Overall, this set provides a concise starting point for researching African colonial wars. * Booklist * Informative and accessible both to the student and interested layperson, this is best for high school and public libraries but worth adding to any collection as a jumping-off point for further study. * Library Journal * The publication provides a convenient source for basic information about African colonial conflicts with helpful references for further information. * ARBA * This compilation provides a valuable assessment of the times and is an excellent and substantial source of information for anyone interested in understanding African history. Summing Up: Highly recommended. All libraries. All levels. * Choice *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
With dust jacket
Illustrations
67 bw illus
Dimensions
Height: 268 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 60 mm
Weight
2106 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-59884-836-6 (9781598848366)
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E-Book
11/2016
1st Edition
ABC-CLIO
€368.99
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Person
Timothy J. Stapleton is professor of history at the University of Calgary.
Content
VOLUME 1
List of Entries,
Guide to Related Topics,
List of Maps,
Introduction,
A-H Entries,
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VOLUME 2
List of Entries,
Guide to Related Topics,
List of Maps,
I-Z Entries,
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Chronology,
Bibliography,
List of Contributors,
Index,
List of Entries,
Guide to Related Topics,
List of Maps,
Introduction,
A-H Entries,
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VOLUME 2
List of Entries,
Guide to Related Topics,
List of Maps,
I-Z Entries,
-
Chronology,
Bibliography,
List of Contributors,
Index,