They Came Before Columbus: The African Presence in Ancient America (Journal of African Civilizations)

They Came Before Columbus is a groundbreaking book that reveals the unmistakable face and handprint of black Africans in pre-Columbian America, challenging the long-held belief that indigenous peoples were the only inhabitants of the Americas before European contact.

Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Ivan Van Sertima builds a pyramid of evidence to support his claim of an African presence in the New World centuries before Columbus.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in black history, cultural heritage, or the untold stories of the past.

With its impressive scholarship and novelist's gift for storytelling, They Came Before Columbus is a powerful and thought-provoking work that will leave readers with a newfound appreciation for the rich legacy of African civilizations.