The battle of Adwa: Reflections on Ethiopia's historic victory against European colonisation

The scramble in which the European of he 19th century willfully subdivided Africa among themselves has not allowed the continent to follow its own natural course of cultural and political evolution. However, the speeds of European conquest, the depth of its penetration and the magnitude of its control were not always dictated by the outsiders who were vying to exploit its resources. Through resistance, dramatically symbolized by the Battle of Adwa. Africa has also affected the politics of Europe and North America. This book is a starting point to reflect on that neglected fact. Africa was not simply a "dark continent" out there to be colonized, nor was it simply a necessary link in he inhuman triangular trade, with slavery at one end. It was - and is - also land of defiance, victory, and pride. Our thanks to the many who share our view in this regard and who have encouraged us to publish this book.