The Fortunes of Africa: A 5000-Year History of Wealth, Greed, and Endeavor by Martin Meredith

The Fortunes of Africa: A 5000-Year History of Wealth, Greed, and Endeavor

Martin Meredith

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A sweeping history the fortune seekers, adventurers, despots, and thieves who have ruthlessly endeavored to extract gold, diamonds, and other treasures from Africa and its people. Africa has been coveted for its rich natural resources ever since ...

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