Fortifications et urbanisation en Afrique orientale

Name: Fortifications et urbanisation en Afrique orientale
Brand: BAR Publishing

BAR Publishing

Explore the fascinating history of fortifications and urbanization in East Africa with this comprehensive book by Stéphane Pradines. Delve into the development of defenses from the 10th to the 19th centuries, covering periods of Islamicization, city-state apogees, and Portuguese and Ottoman rule. This in-depth study, part of the Cambridge Monographs in African Archaeology series, examines the main features of military architecture and its intricate relationship with urban societies. Discover how Swahili sites not only served defensive purposes but also symbolized urban and non-military uses, with stone architecture becoming common from the 10th century. Key features: * Traces the evolution of fortifications from the 10th to the 19th centuries. * Analyzes the interaction between military architecture and urban development. * Provides insights into the political and economic relationships between city-states. * Offers a deep understanding of the historical events shaping the East African coast. Fortifications et urbanisation en Afrique orientale is an essential read for anyone interested in African history, archaeology, and urban studies. Written by Stéphane Pradines, this 378-page book offers a rich and detailed account of the region's past.