Product Description

Studies the history and traditions of the ancient African kingdoms of Egypt, Kush, and åAksum, and their relationships with each other.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2428874 in Books
• Published on: 1996-11
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

Amazon.com Review
One of six in a series, this is an excellent introduction to ancient Egypt, Kush, and Aksum, three ancient African kingdoms. The book is based on historical and archaeological evidence, but author Kenny Mann also includes summaries of the myths and legends of these three kingdoms, showing how they relate to the history we know. The book is written in clear, clean prose, and amply illustrated with maps and photographs of monuments, hieroglyphics, contemporary drawings, and statuary. Other volumes in the series cover the Western Sudan, the Guinea Coast, West Central Africa, Southern Africa, and East Africa.

From School Library Journal
Grade 4-6. Both of these series entries are clearly organized, well-written explorations of Africa's ancient civilizations, and they also include the modern history of the regions being discussed. The writing is lively and thought-provoking. The pages are peppered with fact boxes that enhance the narrative and stories of the personalities involved. Pronunciation assistance is provided throughout. Most importantly, the author's passion for his subject shines through on every page. The format is enticing, if a little busy at times, and packed with clear, well-captioned, full-color photographs and illustrations. Time lines place the kingdoms into historical context. There are many books that cover ancient Egypt, but there is little that places this area into the context of being an African kingdom, and nothing that offers such a solid and thorough foundation in a little explored subject area for this grade level.?Donna L. Scanlon, Lancaster County Library, PA
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