Encyclopedia of Twentieth Century African History

This authoritative reference explores the history of the peoples of Africa and shows how their politics, states, societies, economies, environments, cultures, and arts were transformed during the course of the twentieth century. Overseen by a diverse and distinguished international team of consultant editors, the encyclopedia sheds new light not only on events themselves, but also on the forces behind the changes that have shaped Africa's history over the past 100 years. Key features:

The first comprehensive encyclopedia to focus exclusively on the history of Africa in the twentieth century.

Includes over 250 signed A-Z entries by an international team of specialist scholars in leading centers for African studies.

Covers the entire African continent throughout the twentieth century, and places African events within a global context.

Incorporates and compares experiences of the women and men of Africa, providing an in-depth look at the effects of gender dynamics within African history.