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Sahara Crossings

Linda Hill

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Sahara Crossings explores the transformative history of trans-Saharan trade routes and their profound impact on African societies. It reveals how these desert arteries fostered not only economic exchange but also cultural and political development, shaping empires like Ghana, Mali, and Songhai.

 
The book highlights the ingenuity of desert societies in adapting to harsh conditions, enabling the movement of valuable commodities such as gold, salt, and textiles across vast distances. The book examines the spread of Islam and the rise of powerful empires, emphasizing that the trade routes were more than just commercial pathways; they were vital conduits for cultural exchange and political influence.

 
By analyzing Arabic chronicles, archaeological findings, and other sources, Sahara Crossings challenges Eurocentric views of history, demonstrating Africa's significant role in global interconnectedness throughout the pre-colonial era.

 
The book unfolds by first detailing the geographical challenges and technological innovations, then explores the traded commodities and their impact, followed by case studies of major empires, and culminates with an analysis of the trade's decline and its enduring legacy.
Disponibile da: 19/03/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 60 pagine.

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