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In 1324, a royal procession of over 60,000 travelers departed old Mali on a grand pilgrimage to Mecca. At its head rode Mansa Musa-the revealed African ruler of the vast, gold-rich Mali Empire that dominated West Africa in the medieval era. His lavish journey introduced the splendors of Mali to the wider world, capturing attention and imagination from Cairo to Venice and beyond.

But who was the legendary Mansa Musa? How exactly did he ascend to build one of Earth's most extensive empires of his age?

In this riveting narrative history, renowned author Jess Prescott chronicles the astonishing rise and fall of Mali alongside the dramatic story of the emperor who shaped this medieval powerhouse. Musa's historic hajj provides a compelling focal point through which to explore the inner dynamics of Mali's politics, culture, faith, commerce, and military.

Prescott renders medieval Africa in vivid detail, transporting readers directly inside bustling Timbuktu and other fabled centers of trade, scholarship, and intrigue. Mansa Musa springs to life on the page through skillful scene-setting, peppered with excerpts from chronicles of the era. From the golden sands of the Sahara to the verdant forests of the Niger River Valley, Musa's world unfolds before your eyes.

But a stunning journey is just the beginning. Prescott delves into how Musa administered justice, nurtured the cultural florescence of Timbuktu, and balanced local traditions with his Muslim faith. Musa's strategies of wielding both military power and diplomacy to control Mali's disparate tribes provide an instruction manual in the arts of great leadership.

Prescott also pulls no punches in examining the complexities and contradictions of medieval African empires built on slavery and conquest, challenging preconceived notions through nuanced analysis. The result is an enthralling portrait of both a leader and an era that shaped our world in profound ways.

For anyone seeking an immersive understanding of Mansa Musa's Mali, few histories can match the scope, vividness, and insight of Prescott's definitive account. Discover for yourself why Mali matters with this unforgettable journey into its golden past.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798865558798
  • Publisher: Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: Mansa Musa's Journey to Build an African Empire
  • Width: 140 mm
  • ISBN-10: 8865558792
  • Publisher Date: 27 Oct 2023
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 80
  • Spine Width: 4 mm
  • Weight: 154 gr


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