Ancient Africa

Discovering Lost Stories from Africa’s Early Civilizations (Secrets of the Forgotten Past)

De: Matt Clayton

Narrado por: Colin Fluxman

Unlock the Lost Legends and Hidden Kingdoms of Ancient Africa
Think you know African history? While most people picture the pyramids of Giza, few realize that ancient Nubia built over two hundred pyramids — more than anywhere else on Earth. Ancient Africa: Pyramids, Pharaohs, Lost Cities, and Powerful Kingdoms takes you on an unforgettable journey through the overlooked empires, captivating cultures, and brilliant innovations that shaped a continent.

Here’s just a glimpse of what you’ll uncover inside:

• How ancient hunters from the San people used poison-tipped arrows to take down large game
• The mysterious “Land of Plenty” known as Punt — and the clues to where it may have been
• The Nok civilization’s advanced tools and terracotta masterpieces
• Carthage’s massive harbor that welcomed fleets from across the Mediterranean
• How farmers of the Garamantes thrived deep in the Sahara
• The rise of powerful Berber kingdoms in North Africa
• Why King Ezana of Axum transformed his empire through faith
• And much, much more!

Why listeners love this audiobook:
Easy to listen, and filled with surprising facts, this audiobook is perfect for curious minds of all ages. It goes far beyond Egypt to reveal Africa’s incredible legacy of innovation, leadership, and cultural power.

Whether you’re a student, history lover, or lifelong learner, this audiobook will change how you see the ancient world.

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Opened My Eyes to Africa’s Rich History

I chose this book because I wanted to learn more about African history beyond what I grew up hearing. It brought to life stories and facts about early civilizations that I didn’t know existed. The book made me appreciate the depth and strength of African culture in a way I hadn’t before.

Finally, The Stories We Never Heard

I picked this up wanting to fill in some serious gaps from school and wow, it delivered. So many names, places, and inventions I’d never heard about, all laid out in a way that actually sticks. It didn’t feel like a textbook, just solid stories that gave me a whole new respect for African history. I even found myself rereading parts just to let it all sink in. If you’ve ever felt like history left something out, give this a shot.

Beyond Egypt: Africa’s Hidden Kingdoms

Ancient Africa by Matt Clayton, narrated by Colin Fluxman, is an immersive journey into the rich, often overlooked civilizations of Africa—from Nubia’s pyramids and the Garamantes of the Sahara to the powerful Berber kingdoms and ancient Carthage. Clayton uncovers fascinating truths, like Nubia’s more than 200 pyramids and the San hunters’ ingenious techniques, taking listeners far beyond the familiar Egyptian tales.

Colin Fluxman’s engaging narration brings the stories to life with clarity and respect. The audiobook flows like a compelling documentary, packed with vivid details and thoughtful insights. Ideal for history lovers, students, and curious minds, it offers a fresh, eye-opening perspective that challenges common assumptions and reconnects listeners with Africa’s profound legacy.

Rediscovering Africa’s Hidden History

Ancient Africa: Discovering Lost Stories from Africa’s Early Civilizations is a fascinating and enriching read. It opened my eyes to the depth and richness of African history that often gets overlooked. The stories are powerful, the research is solid, and I came away with a new appreciation for the achievements and legacy of these early civilizations. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to learn more and share what you’ve discovered.

Informational

Ancient Africa: Discovering Lost Stories from Africa’s Early Civilizations is a journey through the overlooked empires, captivating cultures, and brilliant innovations that shaped a continent.It is easy to listen, and filled with surprising facts. It goes far beyond Egypt to reveal Africa’s incredible legacy of innovation, leadership, and cultural power.

Incredibly interesting!

These stories should be known by the world. It’s not normal we know basically nothing about the history of a whole continent. I learned many valuable things and I hope many will too!

Fascinating Journey into Africa’s Past!

This book brings to life the rich history of Africa’s early civilizations, uncovering stories often overlooked. Engaging and informative, it highlights the achievements, cultures, and wisdom of ancient Africa in a way that’s both educational and inspiring. A must-read for history lovers and curious minds alike.

The History Class I Wish I Could Have Taught

As a former middle school teacher, my biggest frustration was how much incredible history gets left on the cutting room floor. We’d cover Egypt, then poof, the curriculum would leapfrog over the rest of the continent as if nothing else happened for a thousand years. This book fills in those massive, fascinating gaps. I put this on while tackling the disaster zone that is my garage, and my jaw just about hit the floor when I learned that ancient Nubia had more pyramids than Egypt—a fact that somehow escaped my entire education. The stories of powerful Berber kingdoms and the clever Garamantes farmers who thrived in the Sahara are the kinds of details that would have absolutely captivated my old students. Colin Fluxman narrates with this steady, engaging tone that makes complex histories feel like you're listening to a top-tier documentary, never once becoming dry or academic. I’m recommending this to my recently retired father who loves a good historical deep dive, and especially to anyone with curious kids who deserve a much fuller picture of the ancient world.

Well Researched Perspective

I found this book to be full of information that I was not aware of, i am one of those people who mostly thinks of egypt when it comes to historical african civilizations. This book goes much deeper into other cultures and civilizations on the continent which is something i was delighted to realize I needed. Would recommend!

Learned So Much I Didn’t Know

I picked this up because I wanted to learn more about African history beyond what’s usually covered, and it delivered. The stories were engaging and easy to follow, and I discovered civilizations and leaders I’d never heard about before. It made history feel alive and relevant. I’m glad I added this to my reading list.