Foundations of an African civilisation: Aksum and the northern Horn 1000 BC – AD 1300

Archaeological, epigraphic, and historical evidence reveals the rise and fall of the Aksumite polity from 1000 BC to AD 1300, offering a comprehensive understanding of an ancient African civilization. The study meticulously analyzes inscriptions, material culture, and historical records to trace the development and decline of Aksum's political, economic, and cultural systems. Key insights include the evolution of Aksumite statecraft, its trade networks, and religious transformations, particularly the adoption of Christianity in the 4th century AD. This work challenges traditional narratives by emphasizing Aksum's role as a major power in the northern Horn of Africa during antiquity.

Curtis, M. C. (2014). Foundations of an African civilisation: Aksum and the northern Horn 1000 BC – AD 1300. Azania: Archaeological Research in Africa, 49(1), 119–122. https://doi.org/10.1080/0067270x.2013.874666