First published in 1980, this second edition of Islam in Tropical Africa presents specialist studies of the history and sociology of Muslim communities in Africa south of the Sahara. The studies cover an extensive and range of time and place, and include consideration of particular aspects of Muslim belief and practice in regions such as Senegal and Somalia. The second edition includes an updated introduction which draws attention to the ways in which differently organized traditional cultures and social systems had reacted ...
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First published in 1980, this second edition of Islam in Tropical Africa presents specialist studies of the history and sociology of Muslim communities in Africa south of the Sahara. The studies cover an extensive and range of time and place, and include consideration of particular aspects of Muslim belief and practice in regions such as Senegal and Somalia. The second edition includes an updated introduction which draws attention to the ways in which differently organized traditional cultures and social systems had reacted and adapted to Muslim influence in the field of politics, law and ritual in the second half of the twentieth century. This book will be of interest to those studying Islam, African studies and ethnography.
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Add this copy of Islam in Tropical Africa to cart. $15.11, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1966 by Oxford University Press.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. With owner's name and inscription inside cover. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 800grams, ISBN:
Add this copy of Islam in Tropical Africa: Studies Presented and to cart. $81.00, good condition, Sold by Expatriate Bookshop rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Svendborg, DENMARK, published 1966 by Oxford University Press.
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Small cover stain. Good. In a rubbed, torn & chipped dustwrapper, dustwrapper. 22x14cm, x, 470 pp, Some pencilled underlinings to the first 17 pages. Foreword by Daryll Forde. Full title reads: "Islam in Tropical Africa: Studies Presented and Discussed at the Fifth International African Seminar, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, January 1964 /; Edited with an Introduction by I. M. Lewis". Contains 19 papers. Includes: The Phases of Islamic Expansion & Islamic Culture Zones in Africa; The Penetration of Islam in the Eastern Sudan; Essai sur les causes et Méthodes de l' Islamisation de l'Afrique de l'Ouest du XIe Siècle au XXe Siècle; Introduction de l'Influence de l' Islam au Congo; The Jumbe of Kota Kota & Some Aspects of the History of Islam in British Central Africa; Some Aspects of the Spread of Islam in the Nuba Mountains; Acceptance & Rejection of Islam among the Boran of the Northern Frontier District of Kenya; Conformity & Contrast in Somali Islam; Sociological Factors in the Contact of the Gogo of Central Tanzania with Islam; Religion & State in the Songhyay Empire, 1494-1591; The Position of Muslims in Metropolitan Ashanti in the early 19th Century; Lat-Dyor, Damel du Kayor (1842-86) et l'Islamisation des Wolofs du Sénégal; Islam in Mossi Society; A Controversy Over Islamic Custom in Kilwa Kivinje, Tanzania; Cattle Values & Islamic Values in a Pastoral Population; L'Islam Peul de L' Adamawa; The Jihad of Shehu Dan Fodio: Some Problems; The Sudanese Mahdiyya & the Niger-Chad Region; The Islamic Literary Tradition in Ghana.
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Fine. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 324 p. Routledge Library Editions: International Islam, 4. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Add this copy of Islam in Tropical Africa [Signed] to cart. $37.03, very good condition, Sold by Kenya Books - Kenya & Africa rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Brighton, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1966 by Oxford University Press.
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Very Good in Good jacket. x + 470pp, 3 maps. Good. In rubbed, chipped. Foreword by Daryll Forde, Introduction and one chapter by Professor I.M. Lewis. "Islam in Tropical Africa: Studies Presented and Discussed at the Fifth International African Seminar, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, January 1964. Edited with an Introduction by I. M. Lewis". Contains 19 papers, including: The Phases of Islamic Expansion & Islamic Culture Zones in Africa; The Penetration of Islam in the Eastern Sudan; Essai sur les causes et Méthodes de l' Islamisation de l'Afrique de l'Ouest du XIe Siècle au XXe Siècle; Introduction de l'Influence de l' Islam au Congo; The Jumbe of Kota Kota & Some Aspects of the History of Islam in British Central Africa; Some Aspects of the Spread of Islam in the Nuba Mountains; Acceptance & Rejection of Islam among the Boran of the Northern Frontier District of Kenya; Conformity & Contrast in Somali Islam; Sociological Factors in the Contact of the Gogo of Central Tanzania with Islam; Religion & State in the Songyay Empire, 1494-1591; The Position of Muslims in Metropolitan Ashanti in the early 19th Century; Lat-Dyor, Damel du Kayor (1842-86) et l'Islamisation des Wolofs du Sénégal; Islam in Mossi Society; A Controversy Over Islamic Custom in Kilwa Kivinje, Tanzania; Cattle Values & Islamic Values in a Pastoral Population; L'Islam Peul de L' Adamawa; The Jihad of Shehu Dan Fodio: Some Problems; The Sudanese Mahdiyya & the Niger-Chad Region; The Islamic Literary Tradition in Ghana.
Add this copy of Islam in Tropical Africa: Studies Presented and to cart. $17.69, good condition, Sold by Peace of Mind Bookstore rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Tulsa, OK, UNITED STATES, published 1966 by Oxford University Press.
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Good+ in Fair dust jacket. Hardcover. G+/ Fair w/ mylar over DJ. University stamp on FFEP. Mildew damage to edges of DJ and edgefaces of pages (does not penetrate). Pages are foxed, margin notes in red ink, but binding is tight and pages have neat edges. DJ is heavily shelfworn and scuffed, missing upper edge of front and having bleedthrough from cloth on back. 466 pp. Professional book dealer since 1975. All orders are processed promptly and packaged with the utmost care. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Add this copy of Islam in Tropical Africa to cart. $34.00, good condition, Sold by Alplaus Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Alplaus, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1980 by International African Institute in association with Indiana Univ. Press.
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Good. Note: hardcover edition. Second Edition, 1980. Ex-library copy with number label on spine, card pocket at front. No text markings noted, moderate wear.
Add this copy of Islam in Tropical Africa to cart. $13.92, good condition, Sold by Bingo Used Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Vancouver, WA, UNITED STATES, published 1966 by Oxford Univ. Press, 1966.
