Primary Sources
In addition to the sources below, please review the primary source materials on the home page.
- Anthology of Kabbalistic Writings from North AfricaManuscript, on paper, in a North African hand. 42 kabbalistic works, some of which are found only in this manuscript. Some of the works are from 13th-14th century Spain and others are from 15th-16th century North Africa.
- Middle Eastern and North African NewspapersFrom the Ottoman Empire to the Arab Spring, the countries of the Middle East and North Africa have stood at the crossroads of history. The Middle Eastern and North African Newspapers collection includes publications from across this dynamic region, providing unique insights into the history of individual countries, as well as broad viewpoints on key historic events from the late nineteenth century through the present.
Resources
- North Africa: BritannicaBritannica information on the history of North Africa.
- North Africa: Smart HistoryPrehistoric rock art, ancient Egypt, and the art of Islam.
Perspectives
Kahina Defends North Africa against Muslims
Turn to northwest Africa, where the fierce warrior woman, Kahina, fought to defend the mountain tribes of Maghreb from Muslim incursion. Understand why the struggle between the north African tribes and Islam was not about religion, but rather about preserving independence. Also discover the crucial role of olive trees in this conflict.