More About this Product
Africa's long history dates back to the dawn of man, and the past strongly influences the lives of Africans today. Segments present the stories of several different regions.
- Life on the River: Explores the source of Egypt's ancient civilization and the site of modern-day fellaheen who live on the Nile.
- The Fabric of African Society: Looks back on the history of weaving in Africa and its ties to tribal customs.
- Sunken City: Takes students on an underwater expedition to the submerged city of ancient Alexandria.
- Africa's Slave Trade: Documents thousands of years when African rulers traded in slavery.
- Apartheid's Legacy: Analyzes how South Africa's oppressive policy of apartheid affected all its citizens, even after it ended.
