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The fortunes of Africa : a 5000-year history of wealth, greed, and endeavour /

Africa has been coveted for its riches ever since the era of the Pharaohs. In past centuries, it was the lure of gold, ivory, and slaves that drew fortune-seekers, merchant-adventurers, and conquerors from afar. In modern times, the focus of attention is on oil, diamonds, and other valuable minerals...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Meredith, Martin (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Public Affairs, 2014.
Edition:First edition.
Subjects:
Africa > History.

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