benin (kingdom)

"Join Idia of the Benin Kingdom as she molds herself from the young and curious daughter of a village warrior to becoming the Queen of the ancient African Kingdom of Benin. Discover the journey of a young heroine who saw her future in a dream and works her way to becoming one of the most well-loved, praised, and successful queens in African History. Idia of the Benin Kingdom is a precious storybook that empowers young girls to create a vision of who they want to be as they create limitless possibilities for their future"-- Provided by publisher.

"Which innovative ideas and inventions began in the Benin Kingdom in Africa? Find out how a collection of separate villages and communities grew into a strong, united kingdom and developed a network of successful trading relationships. Discover how their brilliant developments in town planning, language, art, and medicine still influence the way we live today"--From the publisher's web site.

Examines how a collection of villages and communities in Africa formed the Benin Kingdom and explores how their developments in town planning, language, trade, art, and medicine continue to influence modern civilization.

The Kingdom of Benin, which started out as a small community and grew to be a vast empire, was particularly known for its expert farming practices, building skills, and artistic abilities. Eventually, however, it also helped facilitate the slave trade and planted the seeds of Benin's eventual destruction.

Describes the history and customs of the Edo of Benin who live in the rain forest of Nigeria and are known for their ivory and brass art.

A survey of the history and culture of the West African kingdom of Benin that flourished after Eweka I became king about 1300 and fathered a dynasty that still exists today.

Studies the great kingdoms of Africa and discusses how magic charms were used, how the Zulu kingdom won their struggle for survival, the culture of the various kingdoms, and other related topics.