| The Samburu: A Study of Gerontocracy in a Nomadic Tribe Contributor(s): Spencer, Paul (Author) |
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ISBN: 1138861960 ISBN-13: 9781138861961 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $59.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - African American Studies - Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social |
| Dewey: 306.089 |
| Physical Information: 0.78" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.96 lbs) 376 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - African American |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In an era of rapid change for Africa, this nomadic tribe clings to its traditional way of life. This book examines their society, and provides the first full published description of human life in the area. The author, a social anthropologist, spent more than two years among the Samburu; as an adopted member of one of their clans, he perceived how their values and attitudes are closely interwoven with a social system that resists change. Case studies support the general analysis throughout. |