This best-selling core history textbook offers a richly illustrated, single-volume, narrative introduction to African history from a hugely respected authority in the field.

Bringing the continent to life with over 250 colour photographs and maps, the fifth edition includes a new primary source feature that highlights African voices throughout history, an expanded chapter on contemporary Africa, and new material on women, gender and the environment.

From the terracotta sculptures made by our early ancestors, to discovering the Empire of Mali's status in the medieval world, through to Ibrahim Traoré's rise to power in modern Burkina Faso--the scope of History of Africa is unrivalled, both geographically and chronologically. While many competitors limit themselves to certain regions or eras, Shillington accounts for the entire continent, from prehistory right up to the present day, with an easy-to-follow chronological structure.

Retaining its widely praised engaging and readable style, combined with new, African-centric primary sources, the fifth edition of Shillington's History of Africa is the authoritative textbook for students of African History.

New to this edition:
- 'Engaging with the Evidence' primary source feature in each section shines a light on African voices and encourages historical interpretation.
- Comprehensive online primary source collection and methodology guide for lecturers and students, curated by experts teaching in the field.
-Two new chapters and revisions providing greater coverage of Africa's ancient kingdoms and the Early Iron Age in west Africa.
- Revised and expanded chapter on contemporary Africa, including the events of 2016-2026
- Greater coverage of women, gender and the environment throughout.
- Fully revised and updated in light of recent research.

Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/history-of-africa-5e. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook.