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An illustrated exploration of the ancient rock art of Africa, providing information about the land and people of Africa, the discovery of rock art, and its styles, subjects, sites, and dating; and looking at the paintings and engravings found in specific regions of Africa.

Examines how the Africans in the twentieth century did manage to throw off the destructive yoke of colonialism and begin to enjoy the fruits of independence and self-determination.

Biologist Christina Allen describes her adventures in Africa, including watching the shadow of a hippo lurking outside her tent, trying to ride a camel, and watching a dung beetle in action.

Profiles twelve significant natural and man-made places and monuments in Africa, including the Sahara Desert, Kruger National Park, and the pyramids of Giza, describing their histories and unique features.

This book traces the history of homo sapiens, modern humans, in Africa, from about 100,000 years ago to the 1960s.

Describes more than sixty ideas and innovations that originated in Africa.

Discusses, in text and illustrations, the history of Africa from the nineteenth century to the present with emphasis on the impact of colonialism, the struggle for independence, and the continent's uncertain future.

Contains "The Heart of Darkness," in which the captain of a steam ship on the Congo River meets and observes Mr.

Documents the author's decade-long search for identity and a place of belonging as inspired by African-American and Jewish history as well as the exoduses of black communities that left ancestral homes in search of "promised lands.

It's dawn in Africa, and today something special is about to happen, as the animals make their way to Pride Rock for an important announcement.

Joe Jr.'s father, Danger Joe Denim, the host of a television wildlife show, gets in trouble when he tries to rescue a baboon in Africa.

Presents a collection of brief biographical sketches of African leaders, arranged chronologically, from the heroes of ancient and medieval Africa, through the European Incursions, up to the struggles for twentieth century nationalism.

In this stunning debut novel, Agu, a young boy in an unnamed West African nation, is recruited into a unit of guerrilla fighters as civil war engulfs his country.

Presents a brief history of religious traditions and beliefs in Africa, the spread of Christianity and Islam in Africa, and the effects of religious conflicts.