The Native Races of East Africa by Wilfrid D. Hambly
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| Author | Hambly, Wilfrid D. (Wilfrid Dyson), 1886-1962 |
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| Title | The Native Races of East Africa |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Oxford University Press,1920. |
| Series Title | Native races of the British Empire, book 3 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introduction -- The fighting Masai -- Masai stories and beliefs -- The Akikuyu people -- Social life of the Akikuyu -- The Baganda tribe of Uganda -- Social life of the Baganda -- Stories told by the Baganda. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "The Native Races of East Africa" by Wilfrid D. Hambly is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century, specifically around the 1920s. The book delves into the different indigenous groups of East Africa, exploring their cultures, social structures, and interactions with the environment and each other. It offers insights into the distinct lifestyles of various tribes, including the Masai, Akikuyu, and Baganda, and highlights the contrasts between their customs and practices. In this comprehensive account, Hambly provides detailed descriptions of the tribal societies of East Africa, emphasizing the Masai, known for their warrior culture, and the Akikuyu, who are primarily agriculturalists. The book examines aspects of daily life, including social roles, marriage customs, beliefs, and economic practices of these tribes. It details how each group interacts with the land and one another, revealing both the complexities of their societies and the impact of colonial governance. Through vivid narratives and engaging anecdotes, the book illustrates the rich tapestry of human life that exists in East Africa, while also considering how these cultures have adapted to the changing times. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Indigenous peoples -- Africa, East |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67513 |
| Release Date | Feb 26, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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