A Comprehensive Geography of West Africa

A Comprehensive Geography of West Africa
Author: Reuben K. Udo
Publisher: New York : Africana Publishing Company
Total Pages: 328
Release: 1978
Genre: History
ISBN:

"This volume is intended for students preparing for the West African School Certificate and the General Certificate of Education (O Level)." (Preface).

Comprehensive Mapwork for West African Schools

Comprehensive Mapwork for West African Schools
Author: G. K. Erbynn
Publisher: Heinemann
Total Pages: 182
Release: 1996
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780435959203

A text on map-work for secondary-school and training-college students in West Africa. The book's main features are illustrated with topographical maps of Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone and The Gambia. Map-reading exercises and examination practice are included.

Africa's Geography

Africa's Geography
Author: Benjamin Ofori-Amoah
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 694
Release: 2019-04-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0470583584

Africa's Geography presents a comprehensive exploration of the world’s second largest and most culturally diverse continent. Author Benjamin Ofori-Amoah challenges common misconceptions and misrepresentations of Africa from a geographical perspective, harnessing the power of modern geographic mapping technology to explore this unique continent. This text provides thorough coverage of the historical, cultural, economic, and political forces that continue to shape Africa, applying geographic context to relevant past and contemporary issues. Coverage of economic development, climate and biogeography, transportation and communication, manufacturing and commerce, and mining and agriculture provides foundational knowledge of this vast and complex continent. Ideally suited for multiple areas of classroom study, this text offers an effective and flexible pedagogical framework. Coverage of the entirety of Africa enables students to develop a cohesive portrait of the continent as a whole and identify the dynamism of its nations, cultures, and economies. Engaging and accessible narrative strengthens comprehension, while examples of historical and contemporary events increase student interest. Innovative and unique, Africa’s Geography is an essential resource for cross-disciplinary investigation of this fascinating part of the world.