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Culture and Customs of Senegal
Eric S. Ross
Book Code: GR4036
ISBN: 0-313-34036-6
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-34036-9
160 pages, maps, photos
Greenwood Press
Publication: 4/30/2008
List Price: $49.95 (UK Sterling Price: £27.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
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Description: A blend of indigenous life in the rural countryside and metropolitan culture in urban centers, Senegal has been a small, yet prominent country on Africa's western coast. In this comprehensive study of contemporary Senegalese life, readers will learn how daily lifestyles are celebrated through both religious and secular customs. Students can investigate how Senegal's oral storytelling, Islamic roots, and French colonialism have shaped literature and media in today's society. From the street to the studio, the topic of art in Senegalese life is also covered. Ross also delves into architectural styles and modern housing in urban environments, while also covering typical cuisine and traditional fashion. Readers will learn about the typical Senegalese family as a social and economic unit, and will see how music, dance, and sports play an integral role in their lives. Ideal for high school students and general readers, this volume in the Culture and Customs of Africa series is a perfect addition to any library's reference collection.
Table of Contents:
  • Series Foreword
  • Preface
  • Chronology
  • 1: Introduction: The Geography and History of Senegal
  • 2: Religion
  • 3: Literature, Academics, and Media
  • 4: Art and Architecture
  • 5: Cuisine and Traditional Dress
  • 6: Family and Gender
  • 7: Social Customs and Lifestyle
  • 8: Music, Dance, and Sports
  • Bibliography
  • Index
LC Card Number: 2008001141
LCC Class: DT549
Dewey Class: 966
PDF Catalogs:
Greenwood Spring Reference 2008.pdf
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