During the colonial era most depictions of Africa in literature were written from perspective of?

During the colonial era, most depictions of Africa in literature were written from the perspective of European colonizers.

This perspective often presented:

* Africa as a "dark continent": Uncivilized, mysterious, and needing European intervention.

* Africans as primitive and uncultured: Often portrayed as savages, lacking intelligence and incapable of self-governance.

* Colonialism as a benevolent force: Justified by the idea of bringing "civilization" and progress to Africa.

This viewpoint shaped the way European readers understood Africa and contributed to the justification of colonialism.

It's important to note that there were also some African voices emerging during this period, often challenging the dominant narrative. However, their works were often suppressed or marginalized, and their perspectives were not widely acknowledged.