Culture and Customs of Zimbabwe
Download or Read eBook Culture and Customs of Zimbabwe PDF written by Oyekan Owomoyela and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2002-11-30 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Oyekan Owomoyela |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
Total Pages | : 190 |
Release | : 2002-11-30 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780313077104 |
ISBN-13 | : 031307710X |
Rating | : 4/5 (04 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Culture and Customs of Zimbabwe by : Oyekan Owomoyela
Book excerpt: Zimbabwe, formerly known as Rhodesia, won its independence from Great Britain in 1980 yet continues to feel the impact of Western lifestyles and prejudices. This rich, accessible overview freshly examines Zimbabwe, evoking the contemporary ways of life in a largely homogenous and agricultural country. Students and general readers will discover an engaging narrative that ranges from an explanation of the beer culture to a powerful discussion of marriage, family, and gender roles from the Zimbabwean perspective. Owomoyela also authoritatively conveys the coexistence of traditional and Western forces today in such areas as religion and music. A chronology and glossary accompany the text.