Kenya has a long and complex history that began thousands of years
ago. Indeed, some archaeologists contend that the country was the
"cradle of mankind" or, at the very least, one of the places that
was home to the earliest hominids. In later centuries, Kenya's
strategic location astride the Indian Ocean and the East African
littoral attracted numerous foreign peoples, some of the most
significant of which have been the Americans, Arabs, British,
Chinese, French, Germans, and Portuguese. Additionally, Africans
from throughout the subcontinent have settled in Kenya to escape
conflict or political persecution, while others wanted an
opportunity to begin a new life. As a result of being a gateway to
the world, the country traditionally has been one of the most
important business, cultural, diplomatic, and political centers in
Africa. Although it has maintained this reputation during the
post-independence period, Kenya, like most African countries, has
been plagued by an increasing array of complex economic, political,
and social problems. This third edition of Historical Dictionary of
Kenya provides a starting point for those interested in any of the
phases of Kenya's historical evolution. This is done through a
chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive
bibliography. The dictionary section has 500 cross-referenced
entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign
relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent access
point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more
about Kenya.
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