A Short History Of North Africa: From Pre-Roman Times To The Present, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258473310)

""A Short History of North Africa"" is a comprehensive book that covers the history of North Africa from pre-Roman times to the present day. The book is written by Jane Soames Nickerson and focuses on the four countries of Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco. The book begins by exploring the early civilizations that inhabited North Africa, including the Berbers and Phoenicians. It then delves into the Roman conquest of the region and the subsequent Arab invasions that brought Islam to North Africa. The book also covers the Ottoman Empire's rule over the region, the European colonization of North Africa, and the struggle for independence that followed. It provides insight into the political, social, and economic factors that have shaped the region's history. Throughout the book, Nickerson highlights the unique cultural and linguistic diversity of North Africa and its influence on the region's history. She also explores the impact of major historical events such as World War II and the Arab Spring on the region. Overall, ""A Short History of North Africa"" is a fascinating read that provides a comprehensive overview of the region's rich and complex history. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in North African history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Jane Soames Nickerson
ISBN-10: 1258473313
ISBN-13: 9781258473310
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/08/2012
Pages: 258
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d