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Best books to learn The Scramble for Africa, in order
In 1870 European powers held a handful of coastal footholds in Africa; by 1914 they claimed almost the entire continent. This path resists starting at the Berlin Conference, because the partition only makes sense if you first know what was being partitioned — so it opens with two long-run histories of Africa before turning to Pakenham's narrative of the scramble itself.
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Best Books on the Scramble for Africa, in Reading Order
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning the scramble for africa?
- In 1870 European powers held a handful of coastal footholds in Africa; by 1914 they claimed almost the entire continent. This path resists starting at the Berlin Conference, because the partition only makes sense if you first know what was being partitioned — so it opens with two long-run histories of Africa before turning to Pakenham's narrative of the scramble itself.
- What's a good book to start the scramble for africa with?
- A strong starting point is In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz by Michela Wrong. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after the scramble for africa?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Apartheid & South Africa.