Stolen Legacy, George G. M. James
Stolen Legacy, George G. M. James
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Stolen Legacy
The Egyptian Origins of Western Philosophy

Author: George G. M. James

Narrator: Karen Chilton

Unabridged: 5 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/11/2020

Synopsis

In this bold and uncompromising book, George G. M. James argues that the “Greek philosophy” in which nearly all of Western culture has its roots actually originated in ancient Egypt.Drawing on careful historical research and a radical rethinking of the conventional narrative of Greek history, James asserts that our celebration of the ancient Greeks as the creators of Western civilization and philosophy is misattributed. In fact, he argues, our praise rightfully belongs to the people of Africa. Furthermore, this massive intellectual and cultural theft has helped lend credence to the damaging notion that the entire continent of Africa has contributed nothing to world civilization.James explorers documented connections between celebrated Greek philosophers and the influence of Egyptian thought, proposing other possible links between northern Africa and Greece as well. An important book for understanding the history of philosophy, culture, and race in the modern world, Stolen Legacy is not to be missed. This definitive audio edition of Stolen Legacy is skillfully read by Karen Chilton, award-winning narrator of The New Jim Crow.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Gary on August 01, 2012

This book is one of the most amazing books in existence & is vital to psyche of the young black male. It honors the contributions of a civilization that has brought more to the modern world than many realize.......more

Goodreads review by Omowale on April 10, 2016

This book is a classic text which I found very useful as a companion in researching the spiritual systems of ancient Nubia and Khemit ie Egypt. It also reveals the concepts which gave rise to Freemasonry and subsequent spiritual systems with his explanation of the nine, inseparable parts of the soul......more

Goodreads review by Yonnibardavi on February 22, 2011

The most striking question the author leaves in my mind "why have we not read about the great Greek thinkers in the Eastern lands? The Greeks have written about the great civilizations of the east, but the Great civilizations did not write about the Greeks and all their knowledge and learning. Wonder......more

Goodreads review by Vivian on November 15, 2015

If you have ever questioned the Greeks involvement in our civilization this book will not only address those questions but show proof how the Greeks stole African legacy and claimed it as their own.......more

Goodreads review by Shila Iris on May 14, 2014

You can find many truths in the pages of this book. In life, we need the truth. No matter how much we want to hide, we need it.......more

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