History of Botswana ~ Thomas Tlou / Alec Campbell

History of Botswana ~ Thomas Tlou / Alec Campbell

Large soft cover
First edition
Very good condition

History of Botswana by Thomas Tlou and Alec Campbell is a comprehensive and richly illustrated account of Botswanas past, designed primarily for educational use but valuable to general readers as well. It traces the regions development from prehistoric times through the rise of Tswana states, colonial encounters, and the path to independence, with particular emphasis on pre-colonial history and indigenous agency. Drawing on archaeological research and oral traditions, the authors present Botswanas story as one of resilience, adaptation, and cultural continuity, offering a national narrative that challenges colonial historiography and affirms local identity.