West African kingdoms :

Reece, Katherine E., 1955-

West African kingdoms : empires of gold and trade / by Katherine Reece. - Vero Beach, Fla. : Rourke Pub., c2006. - 48 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 27 cm. - Ancient civilizations II . - Reece, Katherine E., 1955- 2. Ancient civilizations. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index.

Where were the West African kingdoms? -- Who were the West Africans? -- What did West Africans eat -- What did West Africans wear? -- Trade and commerce -- Art and architecture -- Beliefs and gods -- The people today.

"The books in this series give in-depth coverage to four of the Ancient World's most important civilizations. The books show how these civilizations began, how they developed and became large and important ones, and how they eventually died out. Trade, arts, education, and political and religious topics are all covered"--Provided by publisher.

1595155082 (lib. bdg.)

2005012648


Africa, West--History--To 1884--Juvenile literature.

DT476 / .R44 2006

966/.02