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IMPERIALISM AND ETHNIC POLITICS IN NIGERIA, 1960-96
The book examines the class dimension of the Nigerian political crisis since 1960, when this culturally diverse nation assumed the stature of independent nationhood from the British imperial state. The writer posits that the ruling elite, whether constituted in the...
$20.79
HISTORICAL ARCHAEOLOGY IN NIGERIA
Historical archaeology is experiencing a surge of interest in West Africa, after decades of relative obscurity. The papers in this volume represent the most recent findings by scholars who are committed to melding written history, oral tradition, and archaeological data...
$21.95
ARTS AND POLITICS IN SENEGAL 1960-1996
This book explores the dynamic relationship between politics and the arts in the planning and implementation of Senegalese cultural policy since 1960. It examines political reactions to the arts in Senegal and compares and contrasts the respective cultural policies of...
$21.95
ETHIOPIC, AN AFRICAN WRITING SYSTEM: Its History and Principles
This is a groundbreaking book about the history and principles of Ethiopic (Ge'ez), an African writing system designed as a meaningful and graphic representation of a wide array of knowledge, including languages. In this important and unique study, Ayele Bekerie...
$25.06
NEW ENGLISHES: A WEST AFRICAN PERSPECTIVE
New Englishes: A West African Perspective
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Publisher : Africa World Pr (August 1, 1997)
Language : English
Paperback : 431 pages
ISBN-10 : 0865435928
ISBN-13 : 978-0865435926
Item Weight : 1.3 pounds
Dimensions : 5.75 x 1.25 x 8.75 inches
$14.97
ALA ANNUALS, Vol. 1, Nwanyibu: Womanbeing & African Literature
Book by African Literature Association Meeting 1991 (Loyola University) Product details Publisher : Africa World Pr; 1st edition (July 1, 1997) Language : English Paperback : 168 pages ISBN-10 : 0865436185 ISBN-13 : 978-0865436183 Item Weight : 8.6 ounces Dimensions : 5.75 x 0.5 x 9 inches...
$19.83
AFRICAN TEXTUALITIES: TEXTS, PRE-TEXTS AND CONTEXTS OF AFRICAN LITERATURE
African literary texts can be approached in a variety of ways. They may be examined in isolation as verbal artifacts that have a unique integrity. They may be studied in relation to other texts that preceded and followed them. Or...
$22.95
MENDING RIPS IN THE SKY (AVAILABLE IN HB ONLY)
This important collection deals with the following themes: Decentralization and Autonomy: The UN US attempt to reimpose central rule was a failure. What models for decentralization and autonomy are available and how might they be implemented. -Clan Role: At the...
$89.95
CONSTITUTION FOR NATION OF NATIONS: The Ethiopian Prospect (COMING SOON)
Ethiopia is an ancient state with a new constitution and a new beginning. A new reality has emerged symbolized by, and reflected in, the constitution of 1994. A federal system of government has been installed and a democratic process is...
$34.95
LAST CAMEL (THE): Stories About Somalia (AVAILABLE IN HB ONLY)
The Last Camel: True Stories About Somalia
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Publisher : Red Sea Pr (May 1, 1997)
Language : English
Hardcover : 230 pages
ISBN-10 : 156902040X
ISBN-13 : 978-1569020401
Item Weight : 15.2 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 1.25 x 9 inches
$59.95
BLACK LIONS: The Creative Lives of Modern Ethiopia's Literary Giants and Pioneers (AVAILABLE IN HB ONLY)
Black Lions: The Creative Lives of Modern Ethiopia's Literary Giants and Pioneers Product details Publisher : Red Sea Pr (March 1, 1997) Language : English Hardcover : 426 pages ISBN-10 : 1569020167 ISBN-13 : 978-1569020166 Item Weight : 1.8 pounds Dimensions : 6.25 x 1.5 x 9.5...
$69.95
AGAINST ALL ODDS (COMING SOON)
Against All Odds is the firsthand account of Eritrea's epic 30-year struggle for political independence and social justice. With almost no outside support, Eritrean nationalists brought successive U.S.- and Soviet-backed Ethiopian governments to their knees. At the same time, they...
$68.90
AGAINST ALL ODDS (COMING SOON)
Journalist Dan Connell weaves a tapestry of anecdotes, observations and analysis to recount how the Eritreans - fighting with captured weapons, uncommon courage, ingenuity and determination - defeated not one, but two Ethiopian armies to win their long-sought independence.After a...
$129.99
New Trends & Generations in African Literature Today, Alt 20 (COMING SOON)
New Trends & Generations in African Literature Today, Alt 20
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Publisher : Africa World Pr (March 1, 1997)
Language : English
Paperback : 198 pages
ISBN-10 : 0865435073
ISBN-13 : 978-0865435070
Item Weight : 8.8 ounces
Dimensions : 5.75 x 0.5 x 8.75 inches
$35.00
LETHAL AID (COMING SOON)
Despite massive infusions of financial and technical assistance from the northern hemisphere, Africa is worse off today - economically, societally, and environmentally - than it was 30 years ago. But were economic development, poverty alleviation, and democracy ever actually the...
$21.95
AFRICAN PRESENCE IN BLACK AMERICA (HB)
The African Presence in Black America
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Publisher : Africa World Press; Edition Unstated (July 1, 2006)
Language : English
Hardcover : 409 pages
ISBN-10 : 1592210775
ISBN-13 : 978-1592210770
Item Weight : 1.8 pounds
$99.95
Blacks Before America
Hyman, Mark
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Publisher : Xlibris (April 14, 2003)
Language : English
Paperback : 184 pages
ISBN-10 : 1413400116
ISBN-13 : 978-1413400113
Item Weight : 8.6 ounces
Dimensions : 5.64 x 0.53 x 8.4 inches
$16.74
MUSE OF MODERNITY (THE HEART AND THE MIND IN AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT: CULTURE AND DEVELOPMENT)
Essays discuss the role of culture in the process of development, as well as strategies for ensuring the growth of African culture and the strengthening of cultural industries in the African context. Product details Publisher : Africa World Pr; UK ed....
$34.95
JAPAN AND AFRICA: BIG BUSINESS AND DIPLOMACY (COMING SOON)
Sets out Japan's foreign policy objectives in the developing world. The author discusses the historical dimensions of Japan's relationship with Africa, and elucidates the constellation of political, economic and bureaucratic participators in the formulation of Japanese foreign policy. Product details...
$21.95
GLOBALIZATION AND AUTOCENTRICITY IN AFRICA'S DEVELOPMENT
In an attempt to contribute to the ongoing efforts to develop more appropriate alternative strategies, the author proposes an ingenious balance between autocentric and globalist approaches to transcend the African paradox. Product details Publisher : Africa World Pr (January 1, 1997)...
$24.70