The Scramble for Africa: The White Man's Conquest of the Dark Continent from 1876 to 1912

Thomas Pakenham's "The Scramble for Africa" provides a detailed account of the rapid colonization of the African continent by European powers between 1880 and 1914. Pakenham explores the motivations, events, and key figures involved in this imperial conquest, including political maneuvers, treaties, and military conflicts. The book examines the impact of colonization on African societies and the arbitrary borders drawn by Europeans, leading to lasting consequences for the continent.