African History | Professional literature for training, studies and practice

In the African History category, you will find comprehensive works on the historical development of the African continent—from the origins of humanity through ancient advanced civilizations such as the Black Pharaohs to colonialism, decolonization, and the formation of modern states. The titles cover central themes such as German colonial history in Namibia, the independence of African countries, Africa’s role in world history, as well as cultural identities and postcolonial discourses. In addition to overviews and introductions, the selection also offers more specific studies on countries such as South Africa, Eritrea, or Ghana, as well as on transnational contexts such as slavery, geopolitics, and cultural transfer processes.

The works are aimed at students, faculty, historians, and interested laypeople. They include handbooks, scholarly treatises, essays, and popular science accounts that incorporate African perspectives. Topics such as the decolonization of thought, the production of historiography, and the diversity of African societies are examined from various disciplinary perspectives.