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Against the backdrop of common misconceptions about African history, Zakes Mda’s Arola invites readers on a fictional journey through ten ancient African empires. The narrative intertwines accurate depictions of early African societies—drawn from historical writings, art, and architecture—with the excitement of adventure, thereby challenging the idea that Africa’s past began with slavery and colonization.
First publish date: 2021
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Zakes Mda
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