Benin 900-1897 CE
Benin 900-1897 CE by Alice Harman, published by Wayland in 2014, is a 31-page exploration of the Benin Empire, a significant Yoruba kingdom that thrived between 1300 and 1700. This edition presents an overview of the empire’s highly organized society, characterized by a strict social hierarchy and notable advancements in various fields, including science, administration, and architecture. The book highlights the transformation of the village system into a monarchy under the leadership of Obe Eweka, the son of the Ife king.
Readers will discover the remarkable achievements of the Benin Empire, particularly its renowned art that garnered global attention. The text delves into the cultural and political organization of the empire, providing insights into the lives of the Edo-speaking people in what is now southern Nigeria. This juvenile nonfiction work serves as an informative resource for those interested in African history and the rich heritage of the Benin Empire.
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The Benin Empire, one of the Yoruba kingdoms, was at its height between 1300 and 1700. It was a highly organized society with a strict social heirarchy. Benin was an area located near modern southern Nigeria, which was founded by the Edo speaking people. The son of the Ife king, Obe Eweka became ruler of Benin and changed the village system of kinship into a monarchy. The great Benin Empire made remarkable achievements in science, administration, technology, political organization, architectures, astronomy and town-planning. However, Benin is most noted for its striking art, which attracted people the world over.
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