The Legacy of the West African City of Timbuktu

PCS in conjunction with Black History Studies presents ’Intellectual Life and the Legacy of the West African City of Timbuktu’

Everybody has heard of Timbuktu, but what do we really know about this mysterious city? Popular mythology presents Timbuktu as the most distant place on earth. Others describe it as a great early centre of West African learning that has still preserved its early manuscripts? What is the truth? Where is the evidence?

This presentation by Robin Walker will take place on MONDAY 11th JANUARY 2010 from 6.45pm to 9:30pm at the PCS HEADQUARTERS, 160 Falcon Road, Clapham Junction, London, SW11 2LN. (3 minutes walk from Clapham Junction mainline station. Buses to the venue 35, 37, 39, 49, 77, 87, 156, 170, 219, 239, 319, 337, 334, 345, C3, G1). Nearest Train/Tube Station: Clapham Junction.

There is an admission charge of £4 per person. Refreshments will be provided.

In order for us to manage seating and room layout, we would be grateful if all who are attending this event could confirm their attendance in advance. Please confirm via email info@blackhistorystudies.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it how many of you will be attending this event. Please can you also notify any cancellations made after confirmation.

(Please note, photographs will be taken at this event and may be used for promotional purposes).

We look forward to seeing you there for another exciting night of Black History Studies Venue Venue: PCS Headquarters Street: 160 Falcon Road, Clapham Junction, London SW11 2LN ZIP: SW11 2LN