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African ceremonies / Carol Beckwith and Angela Fisher ; introduction by Malidoma Somé.
Penn Museum Library - Oversize Oversize GN645 .B4 1999 v.1-2
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Beckwith, Carol, 1945-
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Rites and ceremonies--Africa.
- Rites and ceremonies.
- Ritual--Africa.
- Ritual.
- Initiation rites--Africa.
- Initiation rites.
- Marriage customs and rites--Africa.
- Marriage customs and rites.
- Africa--Religious life and customs.
- Africa.
- Africa--Social life and customs.
- Manners and customs.
- Physical Description:
- 2 volumes : color illustrations, color maps ; 36 cm
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Harry N. Abrams, 1999.
- Summary:
- Overflowing with nearly 850 magnificent photos, this two-volume work explores traditional African rites and rituals, from baby namings, initiations, and weddings to harvest blessings, healing exorcisms, and funerals. 45 maps.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references.
- Local Notes:
- Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Alumni and Friends Memorial Book Fund.
- ISBN:
- 0810942054
- OCLC:
- 41039874
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