Egypt vs. Greece and the American Academy: The Debate Over the Birth of Civilization

by Molefi Kete Asante, Ama Mazama

Overview

Debating the development of civilization in Egypt and Greece, this collection of essays explores European misconceptions of African history. Featuring contributions from some of the top scholars in African American studies, this book analyzes the inconsistencies erupting from academic and Eurocentric reports on ancient culture. It explores such questions as If the pyramids were built in 2800 B.C. and Greek civilization began around 700 B.C., how could the Greeks have contributed or taught Africans math and science? and If the Greeks built pyramids in Egypt, why did they not build a few in Greece?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780913543771
Publisher:	African American Images
Publication date:	04/01/2002
Edition description:	1ST
Pages:	200
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.52(d)

About the Author

Molefi Kete Asante, a professor of African American studies at Temple University, created the first African American studies department offering a doctorate degree. He has written more than 30 books, including The Egyptian Philosophers and Afrocentricity. Ama Mazama is a professor of African American studies at Temple University. They both live in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.