africa, sub-saharan

We think of Stanley as a cruel imperialist who connived with King Leopold II of Belgium in horrific crimes against the people of the Congo--and the journalist who conducted the most legendary celebrity interview in history, opening with, "Dr. Livingstone, I presume?" But these perceptions are not quite true, as biographer Jeal shows. With access to previously closed Stanley family archives, Jeal reveals the extent to which Stanley's career and life have been misunderstood and undervalued. Few have started life as disadvantaged as Stanley. Rejected by both parents and consigned to a Welsh workhouse, he emigrated to America as a penniless eighteen-year-old. Jeal re-creates Stanley's rise to success, his friendships and romantic relationships, and his life-changing decision to assume an American identity. Stanley's epic but unfairly forgotten African journeys are described, establishing the explorer as the greatest to set foot on the continent.--From publisher description.

Investigates ethnic conflicts in Africa and discusses how they are a result of calculated tyranny, not age-old hatred.

Examines the positive economic shift in sub-Saharan Africa that became noticeable in 1997, through the beginning of the twenty-first century, and discusses the fragility of the upturn; and offers the reactions of nine experts on the author's insights.

Text and lavish photographs present the art and treasures of the African kingdoms which existed prior to European colonization.

An account of the author's experiences while serving as bureau chief for the Los Angeles Times in Nairobi.

Presents illustrated overviews of the physical geography, history, population, culture, society, politics, and economy of Africa south of the Sahara; discusses the region's future; and includes a chronology and a further reading list.

Photographs, diagrams, illustrations, and maps describe the history, people, culture, and natural resources of the continent of Africa south of the Sahara.