Africa, the least known continent whose culture and history remain largely unexplored. Not only that, but what we do know is viewed through the lens of the European or "Western" perspective. Today, things are changing. An increasing number of researchers are "rediscovering" Africa.

Bazil Davidson is one of those who have attempted to present us with an Africa measured by African standards. He offers us a wonderful and comprehensive picture of the history of this continent from prehistoric times to the recent past. He overturns many flawed and prejudiced views about Africans and reveals its unexpectedly vast cultural wealth, so that Africa could be considered - justifiably - the cradle of humanity.

The book is a unique manual in international literature and is used in many universities around the world.