African Heroes and Heroines

African Heroes and Heroines by Carter G.

Woodson is a groundbreaking historical survey that redefines the way we understand African leadership.

This comprehensive text provides an objective and scientific treatment of African leaders, highlighting their intelligence, prowess, and strength as equals to those canonized in histories of other races.

Through vivid portraits of figures like Queen Anna Nzinga, Shaka of the Zulu Kingdom, and King Béhanzin of Dahomey, Woodson's work challenges popular narratives of Africa as disorganized and docile, revealing a fiercely resistant people who opposed Western imperialism.

This high-quality reprint features an abundance of rich illustrations by esteemed Harlem Renaissance painter Lois Mailou Jones, making it an essential piece of America's cultural past for academics and history enthusiasts alike.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Africa's complex history with African Heroes and Heroines.