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African cultural domains : life cycle of an individual / compiled and edited by Michael C. Kirwen.

Van Pelt Library DT14 .A37 2008
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Language:
English
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Physical Description:
iv, 260 pages : color illustrations ; 20 cm
Place of Publication:
Nairobi, Kenya : MIAS Books, 2008.
Contents:
  • 1. Pregnancy and birthing rites
  • 2. Naming rites
  • 3. Attitudes to sickness and ill-health
  • 4. Formation and education
  • 5. Initiation into adulthood rites
  • 6. Marriage rites
  • 7. Mourning rites
  • 8. Inheritance ceremonies
  • 9. Elderhood rites
  • 10. Funeral rites.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (page 260).
ISBN:
  • 9966712615
  • 9789966712615
OCLC:
261403459

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