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.
In modern times, the focus of attention is on oil, diamonds, and other rare earth.
In past centuries, it was the lure of gold, ivory, and slaves that drew merchant-adventurers and conquerors from afar.
Africa has been coveted for its rich natural resources ever since the era of the Pharaohs.
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