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Book Synopsis: In this expansive collection of history, meet ten real-life kings, queens, inventors, scholars, and visionaries who lived in Africa thousands of years ago and changed the world. Black history begins thousands of years ago with the many cultures and people of the African continent. Through portraits of ten heroic figures, bestselling author Tracey Baptiste takes readers on an empowering, energetic journey through time to meet some of the great leaders and thinkers whose vision built nations and shaped the course of history:
- Menes: Creator of Dynasties
- Merneith: A Queen Erased
- Imhotep: From Peasant to God
- Aesop: The Wisest Man in the Ancient World
- Hannibal Barca: Unparalleled Military Strategist
- Terence: North African Playwright
- Amanirenas: Warrior, Diplomat, Queen
- Tin Hinan: Founder of a City on the Dunes
- Mansa Musa: The Richest Man of All Time
- Queen Idia: Kingmaker
Illustrator Hillary D. Wilson's brilliant portraits accompany each profile, along with vivid, information-filled landscapes, maps, and graphics for readers to pore over and return to again and again. This rich and thrilling work, which celebrates Black excellence and provides an essential correction to Eurocentric tellings of history, will enthrall readers of all ages.
“In African Icons, Baptiste engages in the hard work of unveiling the myths about the African continent to young readers . . . This is a great beginner's guide to pre-colonial Africa.” —Ibram X. Kendi, National Book Award-winning author of Stamped from the Beginning and How to Be an Antiracist
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Discover the untold stories of African Icons who shaped history in our captivating book! Tracey Baptiste, a bestselling author, takes readers on an empowering journey through time to meet ten heroic figures who changed the world. Through the beautifully illustrated portraits by Hillary D. Wilson and information-filled landscapes, maps, and graphics, readers will be enthralled with this rich and thrilling work. This book celebrates Black excellence and provides an essential correction to Eurocentric tellings of history. Don't miss out on African Icons - a beginner's guide to pre-colonial Africa!
Are you ready to dive into a world of greatness? With African Icons, you will meet legends such as Menes, the creator of dynasties, and Amanirenas, the warrior, diplomat, and queen. Trace their extraordinary journeys and be inspired by their vision that built nations and shaped the course of history. Immerse yourself in the wisdom of Aesop, the wisest man in the ancient world, and be awed by the military genius of Hannibal Barca. These stories, accompanied by captivating portraits by illustrator Hillary D. Wilson, will transport you to a time when African culture thrived.
Prepare to be amazed by the stories of great African leaders and thinkers that time has forgotten. Dive into the life of Tin Hinan, the remarkable founder of a city on the dunes, and witness the grandeur of Queen Idia, the kingmaker. Join Mansa Musa, the richest man of all time, on his epic journey and explore the life of Terence, the North African playwright. Each profile in African Icons brings to life the achievements and contributions of these remarkable individuals, presenting a comprehensive look at the rich history of the African continent.
Don't settle for the same old history books! African Icons provides a fresh perspective on Black history and offers an empowering experience for readers of all ages. Buy African Icons today and journey through Africa's vibrant past filled with kings, queens, inventors, scholars, and visionaries. Celebrate Black excellence while uncovering the truth about the African continent. Expand your knowledge and challenge Eurocentric narratives. Get your copy now and embark on an extraordinary historical adventure!
Ready to explore the African Icons and reshape your understanding of history? Order your copy of this remarkable book today and join us on a thrilling journey through time. Discover the true heroes of Africa and honor their contributions to the world. Visit our website now and experience the power of African Icons!
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