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Three Swahili Women
Sarah Mirza (Ed.)
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Description for Three Swahili Women
Paperback. Reveals the complexity of Swahili society Editor(s): Mirza, Sarah M.; Strobel, Margaret. Num Pages: 180 pages, 7ill.2figs.tab.3M. BIC Classification: JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 143 x 9. Weight in Grams: 206.
"This is altogether a most worthwhile book, a fine example of a growing genre of African literature . . . " —Choice
"Mirza and Strobel let these women speak about their lives in their own words, and the results are wonderful. . . . This is an excellent book with which to introduce students both to Africa and to life histories . . . " —American Historical Review
This exploration of the lives of three Mombasa women reveals the complexity of Swahili society—its ethnic diversity, the impact of slavery, and the varied reactions to colonialism and Western culture. They illustrate the rich ... Read more
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Format
Paperback
Publication date
1989
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
Number of Pages
180
Place of Publication
Bloomington, IN, United States
ISBN
9780253288547
SKU
V9780253288547
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99-1
Reviews for Three Swahili Women
"This is altogether a most worthwhile book, a fine example of a growing genre of African literature ..." Choice "Mirza and Strobel let these women speak about their lives in their own words, and the results are wonderful... This is an excellent book with which to introduce students both to Africa and to life histories ..." American Historical Review