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Book Synopsis: A dazzling history of Africans in Europe, “masterfully” (Smithsonian) revealing their unacknowledged role in shaping the continent. A finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize in History.
Conventional wisdom holds that Africans are only a recent presence in Europe. But in African Europeans, renowned historian Olivette Otele debunks this and uncovers a long history of Europeans of African descent. From the third century, when the Egyptian Saint Maurice became the leader of a Roman legion, all the way up to the present, Otele explores encounters between those defined as “Africans” and those called “Europeans.”
She gives equal attention to the most prominent figures—like Alessandro de Medici, the first duke of Florence thought to have been born to a free African woman in a Roman village—and the untold stories—like the lives of dual-heritage families in Europe’s coastal trading towns.
African Europeans is a landmark celebration of this integral, vibrantly complex slice of European history, and will redefine the field for years to come.
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Are you curious about the untold history of Africans in Europe? Look no further than African Europeans, a groundbreaking book by renowned historian Olivette Otele. Discover the remarkable and unacknowledged role of Africans in shaping the continent with this masterfully written narrative. This captivating book has been praised by the prestigious Smithsonian and was even a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize in History. Prepare to have your preconceived notions shattered!
Contrary to conventional wisdom, Africans have been a presence in Europe for centuries. Otele dives deep into history, starting from the third century when the Egyptian Saint Maurice became the leader of a Roman legion. Uncover the fascinating encounters between Africans and Europeans throughout the ages. From the most prominent figures like Alessandro de Medici, the first duke of Florence, to the hidden stories of dual-heritage families in Europe's coastal trading towns, African Europeans provides a comprehensive and rich exploration of this vital aspect of European history.
African Europeans is not just another history book; it's a landmark celebration and a game-changer in the field. Challenge the traditional narratives and broaden your understanding of Europe's past with the enlightening research presented by Olivette Otele. By highlighting the contributions and struggles of Africans in Europe, this book will reshape your perception of the continent's development.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into a vibrant and complex slice of European history. Order your copy of African Europeans now and embark on a journey of discovery. Whether you are an avid history enthusiast or simply curious about the untold stories, this book is a must-read. Expand your knowledge, gain a fresh perspective, and be inspired by the extraordinary individuals who shaped the fabric of European society. Order African Europeans today!
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