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- Unbranded
- MPN
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- ISBN
- 9780812968170
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0812968174
ISBN-13
9780812968170
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2432320
Product Key Features
Book Title
They Came before Columbus : the African Presence in Ancient America
Number of Pages
336 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2003
Topic
Emigration & Immigration, Black Studies (Global), Ethnic Studies / Native American Studies, Americas (North, Central, South, West Indies), Expeditions & Discoveries, Ethnic Studies / African American Studies
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Social Science, History
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
8.5 Oz
Item Length
7.9 in
Item Width
5.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2003-278224
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
"Fascinating." --The Atlantic Monthly "An immensely impressive book . . . well-written and clear." --Essence "I can't praise this book enough! I kept shaking my head over its power." --Ishmael Reed "Comprehensive and convincing . . . a big boost to black cultural history." --Publishers Weekly, "Fascinating." -The Atlantic Monthly "An immensely impressive book . . . well-written and clear." -Essence "I can't praise this book enough! I kept shaking my head over its power." -Ishmael Reed "Comprehensive and convincing . . . a big boost to black cultural history." -Publishers Weekly
Dewey Decimal
970.01/9
Synopsis
They Came Before Columbus reveals a compelling, dramatic, and superbly detailed documentation of the presence and legacy of Africans in ancient America. Examining navigation and shipbuilding; cultural analogies between Native Americans and Africans; the transportation of plants, animals, and textiles between the continents; and the diaries, journals, and oral accounts of the explorers themselves, Ivan Van Sertima builds a pyramid of evidence to support his claim of an African presence in the New World centuries before Columbus. Combining impressive scholarship with a novelist's gift for storytelling, Van Sertima re-creates some of the most powerful scenes of human history: the launching of the great ships of Mali in 1310 (two hundred master boats and two hundred supply boats), the sea expedition of the Mandingo king in 1311, and many others. In They Came Before Columbus, we see clearly the unmistakable face and handprint of black Africans in pre-Columbian America, and their overwhelming impact on the civilizations they encountered., "A landmark . . . brilliantly demonstrates has that there is far more to black history than the slave trade."-John A. Williams They Came Before Columbus reveals a compelling, dramatic, and superbly detailed documentation of the presence and legacy of Africans in ancient America. Examining navigation and shipbuilding; cultural analogies between Native Americans and Africans; the transportation of plants, animals, and textiles between the continents; and the diaries, journals, and oral accounts of the explorers themselves, Ivan Van Sertima builds a pyramid of evidence to support his claim of an African presence in the New World centuries before Columbus. Combining impressive scholarship with a novelist's gift for storytelling, Van Sertima re-creates some of the most powerful scenes of human history- the launching of the great ships of Mali in 1310 (two hundred master boats and two hundred supply boats), the sea expedition of the Mandingo king in 1311, and many others. In They Came Before Columbus, we see clearly the unmistakable face and handprint of black Africans in pre-Columbian America, and their overwhelming impact on the civilizations they encountered., "A landmark . . . brilliantly demonstrates] has that there is far more to black history than the slave trade."--John A. Williams They Came Before Columbus reveals a compelling, dramatic, and superbly detailed documentation of the presence and legacy of Africans in ancient America. Examining navigation and shipbuilding; cultural analogies between Native Americans and Africans; the transportation of plants, animals, and textiles between the continents; and the diaries, journals, and oral accounts of the explorers themselves, Ivan Van Sertima builds a pyramid of evidence to support his claim of an African presence in the New World centuries before Columbus. Combining impressive scholarship with a novelist's gift for storytelling, Van Sertima re-creates some of the most powerful scenes of human history: the launching of the great ships of Mali in 1310 (two hundred master boats and two hundred supply boats), the sea expedition of the Mandingo king in 1311, and many others. In They Came Before Columbus, we see clearly the unmistakable face and handprint of black Africans in pre-Columbian America, and their overwhelming impact on the civilizations they encountered.
LC Classification Number
E109.A35V36 2003
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- r***7 (970)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGreat shirt at an absolute steal of a price - better than described, ready to wear right out of the lovely packaging. Quick shipping too! Seller made sure the transaction was flawless - thank you and I'll be back!!WILDFOX “HELLO SAILOR” EMBROIDERED LIPS BUTTON UP SHIRT FRAYED HEM SIZE LARGE (#226619416153)
- m***e (6)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAs described, screen accurate, well packaged & delivered quickly. Thank you!
- d***j (337)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseT-shirt is in new condition as described. Appreciate that specific measurements were provided. Packed with care and shipped promptly at very reasonable cost.