The African Journey from the Great Pyramids to Great Zimbabwe
The African Journey from the Great Pyramids to Great Zimbabwe

Author: Kholisile David Dhliwayo

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 9783862887989

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This study is a summary of available knowledge and is based on published sources listed in the appendix and bibliography.0The African Journey from the Great Pyramids to Great Zimbabwe is given a conceptual analysis not just to identify events and actions but to bring out clearly the ideas associated with and behind the events and actions. It is also a story of achievements and challenges addressed by African people and a surgical analysis of African performance. The observation throughout is that Africans did not look outside Africa for solutions although they might have done so for assistance.0This book is divided into four chapters. The first chapter identifies Kemet/ Ancient Egypt as the source of African knowledge and the foundation upon which African culture developed. The second chapter examines foreign intervention in African Affairs focusing on the slave trade and European colonisation clearly identifying the strong criminal element in the cultures of the slave traders and colonialists. The third chapter examines the crystallization of African philosophy in the form of Pan Africanism and Nationalism and how these ideas provided direction toward the restoration of African sovereignty. The fourth and final chapter examines relations between independent Africa and the former colonial powers by focusing on the mentality that divides Africa and the West.0What emerges from this study is that what Africans have achieved for the most part has been as a result of an application of the mind to the utilisation of local resources and this should be seen as a basis for addressing challenges inherited from foreign interventions in African Affairs.

Great Zimbabwe
Great Zimbabwe

Author: Martin Hall

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2006-03-03

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 0195157737

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Describes the country of Zimbabwe.

A Civilization in Stone
A Civilization in Stone

Author: Iris Cox

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2023-08-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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A Civilization in Stone: The Lost Cities of Great Zimbabwe Embark on an enthralling journey through time, venturing into the heart of Africa, to the stone-encrusted remnants of a grand civilization mysteriously tucked away from our modern world. In 'A Civilization in Stone: The Lost Cities of Great Zimbabwe', Iris Cox, the revered chronicler of historical tales, escorts you through the labyrinthine stone structures that reveal the poignant narratives of an age-long civilization. Sift through the layers of history, tracing the life in the stone city, the societal hierarchies, international trade routes, spiritual practices, and the striking architecture that forms the backbone of this fascinating society. Iris' vivid storytelling, woven meticulously into every page, weaves a web of intrigue and curiosity, drawing you deeper into the lost world of Great Zimbabwe. Is your interest piqued by the tales of towering fortresses and thriving marketplaces? Does the allure of ancient political structures and economic systems intrigue you? Are you captivated by the thought of meandering through the ruins of a once-magnificent African city? If so, this exploration of the Great Zimbabwe awaits! Dive into the painstakingly detailed special report that not only educates but takes you on a spellbinding adventure through time and stone. Purchase your copy today, and together let us unravel the mesmerising tapestry that is 'A Civilization in Stone: The Lost Cities of Great Zimbabwe'.

Whose Science? Whose Knowledge?
Whose Science? Whose Knowledge?

Author: Sandra Harding

Publisher: Cornell University Press

Published: 2016-12-01

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13: 1501712950

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Sandra Harding here develops further the themes first addressed in her widely influential book, The Science Question in Feminism, and conducts a compelling analysis of feminist theories on the philosophical problem of how we know what we know. Following a strong narrative line, Harding sets out her arguments in highly readable prose. In Part 1, she discusses issues that will interest anyone concerned with the social bases of scientific knowledge. In Part 2, she modifies some of her views and then pursues the many issues raised by the feminist position which holds that women's social experience provides a unique vantage point for discovering masculine bias and and questioning conventional claims about nature and social life. In Part 3, Harding looks at the insights that people of color, male feminists, lesbians, and others can bring to these controversies, and concludes by outlining a feminist approach to science in which these insights are central. "Women and men cannot understand or explain the world we live in or the real choices we have," she writes, "as long as the sciences describe and explain the world primarily from the perspectives of the lives of the dominant groups." Harding's is a richly informed, radical voice that boldly confronts issues of crucial importance to the future of many academic disciplines. Her book will amply reward readers looking to achieve a more fruitful understanding of the relations between feminism, science, and social life.

The Silence of Great Zimbabwe
The Silence of Great Zimbabwe

Author: Joost Fontein

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-06-03

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1315417200

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This book examines the politics of landscape and heritage by focusing on the example of Great Zimbabwe National Monument in southern Zimbabwe. The controversy that surrounded the site in the early part of the 20th century, between colonial antiquarians and professional archaeologists, is well reported in the published literature. Based on long term ethnographic field work around Great Zimbabwe, as well as archival research in NMMZ, in the National Archives of Zimbabwe, and several months of research at the World Heritage Centre in Paris, this new book represents an important step beyond that controversy over origins, to focus on the site's position in local contests between, and among individuals within, the Nemanwa, Charumbira and Mugabe clans over land, power and authority. To justify their claims, chiefs, spirit mediums and elders of each clan make appeals to different, but related, constructions of the past. Emphasising the disappearance of the 'Voice' that used to speak there, these narratives also describe the destruction, alienation and desecration of Great Zimbabwe that occurred, and continues, through the international and national, archaeological and heritage processes and practices by which Great Zimbabwe has become a national and world heritage site today.

A Journey Through the History of Africa
A Journey Through the History of Africa

Author: Robert Gunter Smith

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2023-07-16

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Embark on an extraordinary journey through the captivating history of Africa with this compelling book. From the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Nubia to the struggles for independence and the vibrant cultures of the present day, this book takes you on an immersive exploration of Africa's rich heritage and diverse landscapes. Discover the grandeur of Egypt's pyramids, the splendor of Zimbabwe's ancient city, and the resilience of Africa's great empires. Uncover the mysteries of Lalibela's rock-hewn churches, experience the natural wonders of the Serengeti and Victoria Falls, and delve into the struggles against colonialism and apartheid. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a traveler seeking a deeper understanding of Africa, or simply a curious reader looking for an engaging non-fiction book, this text-only volume is sure to captivate and educate. This book is an invitation to explore, learn, and appreciate the rich tapestry of Africa's past and present. Indulge your curiosity and secure your copy of this text-only book today. Uncover the mysteries, celebrate the achievements, and gain a deeper appreciation for the remarkable continent of Africa.

Great Zimbabwe
Great Zimbabwe

Author: Mark Bessire

Publisher: Franklin Watts

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780531202852

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A survey of the history and culture of Great Zimbabwe, the capital of a powerful city-state that flourished in southern Africa from about 1300 to 1525.

Great Zimbabwe
Great Zimbabwe

Author: Shadreck Chirikure

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2020-11-29

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 1000260887

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Conditioned by local ways of knowing and doing, Great Zimbabwe develops a new interpretation of the famous World Heritage site of Great Zimbabwe. It combines archaeological knowledge, including recent material from the author’s excavations, with native concepts and philosophies. Working from a large data set has made it possible, for the first time, to develop an archaeology of Great Zimbabwe that is informed by finds and observations from the entire site and wider landscape. In so doing, the book strongly contributes towards decolonising African and world archaeology. Written in an accessible manner, the book is aimed at undergraduate students, graduate students, and practicing archaeologists both in Africa and across the globe. The book will also make contributions to the broader field such as African Studies, African History, and World Archaeology through its emphasis on developing synergies between local ways of knowing and the archaeology.

The Oxford Handbook of the Sociology of Africa
The Oxford Handbook of the Sociology of Africa

Author: R. Sooryamoorthy

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2023

Total Pages: 585

ISBN-13: 0197608493

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The Oxford Handbook of the Sociology of Africa presents to a broad readership an accessible, comprehensive, up to date, and topical comparative analysis of sociological thinking in Africa. Sociological discourse about African societies has been challenging and difficult, due to a lack of both comprehensive analyses and holistic sociological evidence that covers Africa from past to present times. This Handbook brings together latest analyses of sociological phenomena from the best scholars working on numerous thematic areas. It provides contributions that locates African sociological thinking in historical context and takes a critical look at its current manifestations across the continent. This collection builds upon an existing body of literature which has demonstrated that while the analysis of African societies has long been an item on the agenda of sociologists worldwide, advances of the decolonial critique made notably by African scholars in Africa enhances the scholarship of the sociology of Africa. Thus, the collection is premised upon the understanding that in order to understand the sociology of Africa as significant intervention, the participation and representation of African ways of knowing and doing is a critical starting point. This Handbook comprises a series of scholarly and interdisciplinary perspectives on current debates over how best to unpack sociological imaginations in African context. The scholarly contributions, therefore, are based on both perspectives illustrating the importance of specificity in sociological phenomenon. The Handbook is arranged in seven parts: Context and Perspectives; Race, Ethnicity, and Religion; Gender, Sexuality, and Intersectionality; Medical Sociology: Political Economy and Development; Crime and Violence; and The Family and Education. Premised on the importance of African ways of knowing and doing, these chapters offer sociologists, researchers, and students an invaluable starting point for a fuller understanding of African sociology.