{"product_id":"9781471135453","title":"Fortunes of Africa : A 5,000 Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour by Martin Meredith","description":"In this vast and vivid panorama of history, Martin Meredith, bestselling author of The State of Africa, follows the fortunes of Africa over a period of 5,000 years. With compelling narrative, he traces the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and empires; the spread of Christianity and Islam; the enduring quest for gold and other riches; the exploits of explorers and missionaries; and the impact of European colonisation. He examines, too, the fate of modern African states and concludes with a glimpse into their future. This is history on an epic scale.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback \/ softback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43204455563442,"sku":"9781471135453","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/products\/9781471135453.jpg?v=1690642112","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9781471135453","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}