{"product_id":"west-africa-an-introduction-to-its-history-civilization-and-contemporary-situation","title":"West Africa: An Introduction to Its History  Civilization and Contemporary Situation","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis introductory book covers West Africas history  social organization  and contemporary setting. It analyzes the many present-day problems facing West Africans such as the lack of development  dependency on economic relations with wealthy countries  poor governance  interference by the military in civilian affairs  corruption  and the lack of functioning democratic governments. This book also shows how West African indigenous civilization developed its humanitarian  democratic  and communalistic nature. Traditional political processes and ancestral customs are put forth as ways of solving West Africas modern problems. Divided into three main parts: \"The Setting and Social Organization \" \"The History of West Africa \" and \"The Modern Era \" the main objective of this textbook is to teach students about the depth of African civilization and how its principles can be used to address modern-day problems in West Africa. Mendonsa expresses the opinion that in order to solve current problems plaguing the region  a knowledge of history  African culture  and ancient African beliefs is crucial. The Teachers Manual includes chapter outlines and summaries  key points  sample questions  and suggested films and websites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44985831981109,"sku":"ByrdShop_0890896496","price":34.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780890896495.jpg?v=1770873145","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/west-africa-an-introduction-to-its-history-civilization-and-contemporary-situation","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}