Culture and Customs of Somalia Contributor(s): Abdullahi, Mohamed Diriye (Author) |
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ISBN: 0313361371 ISBN-13: 9780313361371 Publisher: Greenwood OUR PRICE: $23.76 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2001 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social - Social Science | Customs & Traditions - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - General |
Dewey: 967.73 |
LCCN: 2001016169 |
Series: Culture and Customs of Africa |
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 5.9" W x 8.8" (0.80 lbs) 224 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - East Africa |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Somalia, the Horn of Africa nation, is finally recovering from recent wars and famine. Written by a native Somali, Culture and Customs of Somalia gives students and interested readers an in-depth look at the land and people, past and present. It is the only accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date general reference on this country. Somalia was once colonized by Europeans, but Abdullahi's superb survey, with its historical context, evokes a Somaliland from a Somali viewpoint. This Muslim country has strong pastoral roots and is known as a land of poets with a long oral cultural tradition. Some highlights found herein include discussion of handcrafts and artisanry, distinctive architecture and nomad housing, camel culture, intriguing food and eating customs, rites of passage, leisure and economic pursuits, education, and the Somali musical genres. A chronology, glossary, and numerous photos enhance the text. |