Títulos em África

Nenhum outro assunto é tão importante e tão definidor da nossa identidade nacional quanto a escravidão. Conhecê-lo ajuda a explicar o que fomos no passado, o que somos hoje e também o que seremos daqui para a frente. Em um texto impactante e rigorosamente documentado, Laurentino Gomes lança o primeiro volume de sua nova trilogia, resultado de 6 anos de pesquisas, que incluíram viagens por 12 países e 3 continentes.

Por séculos o pensamento ocidental relegou às filosofias de origem africana um papel menor, quando não desconsideraram sua existência. O curso apresenta um panorama das diversas visões sobre o que é uma boa vida nos diferentes saberes naquele continente.

O último audiolivro da trilogia Escravidão é dedicado ao século XIX, à Independência, ao Primeiro e ao Segundo Reinados, ao movimento abolicionista, que resultou na Lei Áurea de 13 de maio de 1888, e ao legado da escravidão, que ainda hoje emperra a caminhada dos brasileiros em direção ao futuro. A escravidão era, na definição de José Bonifácio de Andrada e Silva, o Patriarca da Independência, um cancro que contaminava e roía as entranhadas da sociedade brasileira. Disseminado por todo o território, o escravismo perpassava todas as atividades e todas as classes sociais.

No segundo volume de Escravidão—Da corrida do ouro em Minas Gerais até a chegada da corte de dom João ao Brasil, Laurentino Gomes concentra-se no século XVIII. O período representou o auge do tráfico negreiro no Atlântico, motivado pela descoberta das minas de ouro e diamantes no país e pela disseminação, em outras regiões da América, do cultivo de cana-de-açúcar, arroz, tabaco, algodão e outras lavouras marcadas pelo uso intensivo de mão de obra cativa.

Para além dos estereótipos e da tradicional história construída a partir de referenciais europeus, o autor - pesquisador e professor de História da África - oferece material didático de grande relevância, fornecendo uma visão panorâmica, que respeita as diferenças e peculiaridades sociais, culturais e históricas que surgem da variedade de povos existentes no continente africano.

Nelson Mandela is known the world over. The essential story of his remarkable life is not. Peter Hain chronicles a life and legacy of courage, sacrifice, values, and leadership in an insightful and accessible biography. Everyone should know Mandela's extraordinary story. Now they can.

He was crowned in gold and buried under a toilet. And in between, the world called him God. Haile Selassie ruled Ethiopia for over four decades — a modernizing monarch who stood toe-to-toe with Mussolini, walked out of exile like a prophet, and became the spiritual messiah of an entire global movement. To some, he was Africa’s last true emperor. To others, he was Jah Himself. From the smoke-filled hills of Jamaica to the lyrics of Bob Marley, The Lion of Judah lived on — not just as a man, but as a myth. This is the story of power, prophecy, betrayal, and rebirth. Crowned by men.

Leading sociologist Xolela Mangcu draws on original interviews and archival research – as well as on his own unique understanding of the complexities of Black South African culture – to offer an important corrective account of Mandela's identity, character, and political career. Mangcu not only sets the record straight about Mandela's Thembu, rather than Xhosa, heritage, but also uncovers a fundamental political pragmatism Mandela developed thanks to his family's strategic alliances with colonialists and through his own Victorian-style education at leading British mission schools.

Africa’s myths are not just tales—they are living echoes of ancient wisdom, power, and identity. If you've ever felt the pull to reconnect with heritage, explore the roots of a rich cultural legacy, or simply lose yourself in unforgettable storytelling, this book will be your guide.

Riding the Storm chronicles Africa’s resilience and determination during a borderless crisis. Through the actions of heroes like HE Cyril Ramaphosa, Mr Strive Masiyiwa, Dr Vera Songwe, Dr John Nkengasong, and Professor Benedict Oramah, a narrative of leadership, duty and sacrifices emerges. From securing vaccines to complex negotiations, this book tells of the journey to an outcome that surprised the world. In this book, the author presents the facts in an illustrative manner that highlights African innovation, competence and spirit.

This sweeping narrative conveys the history of Indian people in South Africa. From the first indentured Indians arriving in Natal in 1860, the book weaves together seismic events–Mahatma Gandhi’s campaign of resistance, the independence of India, the coming of apartheid and the threat of mass expulsions–with the texture of everyday life.

This audiobook reveals a truth that has too often been overlooked: Africa was home to sophisticated empires, powerful rulers, and legendary cities of gold and scholarship. Inside, you'll uncover the rich history and untold tales of a continent shaping its own destiny.

Are the tribes of Israel really "lost" or were they hidden on purpose as prophesied in Psalms 83? The Bible indicates that there would be a multi national conspiracy to hide Israel and wipe out the memory of who they really are. If this is true, then history as we know it has been hijacked, and it is only through searching that we will find the truth.

Liberating Africa: A Journey of Resilience and Renewal delves into the multifaceted journey of Africa's past, present, and future, highlighting the continent's struggles, triumphs, and aspirations. This comprehensive exploration spans key areas such as historical struggles, political freedom, economic liberation, social and cultural renewal, environmental sustainability, technological advancements, and the crucial role of the African diaspora and international partnerships.

Libya and the West: What Everyone Needs to Know® is a welcome update to the literature on Western diplomatic relations with Libya. It specifically analyzes the complicated relationships that Italy, Britain, the United States, and France developed with Libya beginning in the 1910s. On the basis of a wide range of primary and secondary sources, it offers insights into the political and socio-economic conditions within Libya that concerned Western leaders and shaped their policies.

For six hundred years, the city of Carthage dominated the western Mediterranean. Founded in the ninth century BCE as a small colonial outpost, by the third, it had grown into the area's largest, richest empire. When, inevitably, it clashed with Rome for supremacy over the region, the conflict spanned over one century, three wars, and forty-three years of active fighting. After Carthage fell, the city was razed, and the tale of its defeat became a mere foundation stone in Rome's legend.

From the myths told about Africa’s past to the erasure of Black contributions, The Miseducation of the Black Diaspora uncovers how colonial narratives continue to shape the identity and history of Africa's diaspora worldwide. Drawing on the author's personal experience and global events, the book challenges distorted truths and urges its listeners to reclaim and embrace their heritage as a way of resisting mental colonisation. The Miseducation of the Black Diaspora by Tawanda Bwerudza exposes racism’s roots, and empowers identity and pride.

This comparison of the political and social systems of Europe and black Africa from antiquity to the formation of modern states demonstrates the black contribution to the development of Western civilization.

Discover the untold story of how freed African American slaves and Black pioneers helped establish Liberia—the first independent Black republic in West Africa. Coming to Africa explores the Back-to-Africa movement and the role of the American Colonization Society in resettling freed slaves on African soil. Through vivid accounts of leaders like Paul Cuffe, Robert Finley, Bushrod Washington, James Monroe, John Kizell, and Zolu Duma (“King Peter”), this book reveals the struggles, resilience, and vision that shaped the birth of a nation.

Between 1885 and 1908, King Leopold II of Belgium orchestrated a genocide so brutal it shocked the world into silence. Under the guise of humanitarian mission, this seemingly gentle monarch transformed the Congo into his personal torture chamber, where millions died to fill his coffers with rubber profits.