Discovering the Asante kingdom
By: Robert Z. Cohen
Edition: 1st ed.
Series: Exploring African civilizations; Exploring African civilizations
Publisher: Rosen Publishing; Rosen Pub Group
Published: 2014
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 64
ISBN-13: 9781477718803
Subjects: Social life and customs; Ashanti (African people); Juvenile literature; History
Other titles: Asante kingdom
Description: Located in what is today the Republic of Ghana, the Asante kingdom was one of the richest and most powerful empires in precolonial Africa. The author explores the fascinating history, important cultural symbols, key leaders, and achievements of the empire, which flourished from the seventeenth century to the nineteenth century. Readers learn about the Asante kingdom s founding myths, ruling customs, and thriving capital at Kumasi, as well as its rich artistic and musical traditions. The text and glossary support readers in learning new social science vocabulary, as prescribed by the Common Core, and back matter resources facilitate further research.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 61) and index.

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Table of contents: title: The Akan world; title: A new power rises; title: A state of beauty: Asante art; title: Clash of empires; title: The Golden Stool in decline; title: The Asante legacy.