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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. ... Read more

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Offering a unique and original perspective on the rise and fall of indigenous states of southern Zambezia, "The Zimbabwe Culture" analyzes the long contentious history of the remains of the remarkable cyclopean masonry, ranging from mighty capitals of traditional kings to humble farmsteads. Forming a cornerstone of the geographical lore of Africa in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, debate on the origins, development, and collapse of the Zimbabwe culture has never ceased, and with increasing archaeological research over the twentieth century, has become more complex. Thoroughly examining the growth and decline of pre-colonial states on the entire Zimbabwean Plateau and southern Zambezia, Dr. Pikirayi has contributed tremendously towards the archaeological understanding of this extraordinary culture. "The Zimbabwe Culture" is essential reading for all students and avocationalists of African archaeology, history, and culture. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from International Bulletin of Missionary Research, published by Overseas Ministries Study Center on April 1, 2001. The length of the article is 2037 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Transfigured Night: Mission and Culture in Zimbabwe's Vigil Movement.(Review)(Brief Article)
Author: Norman E. Thomas
Publication: International Bulletin of Missionary Research (Refereed)
Date: April 1, 2001
Publisher: Overseas Ministries Study Center
Volume: 25Issue: 2Page: 91

Article Type: Book Review, Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from The Canadian Review of Sociology and Anthropology, published by Canadian Sociology and Anthropology Assn. on August 1, 2000. The length of the article is 731 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Voices from the Rocks: Nature, Culture & History in the Matopos Hills of Zimbabwe.(Review) (book review)
Author: Blair Rutherford
Publication: The Canadian Review of Sociology and Anthropology (Refereed)
Date: August 1, 2000
Publisher: Canadian Sociology and Anthropology Assn.
Volume: 37Issue: 3Page: 359

Article Type: Book Review

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Occupied by humanity for some 40,000 years, the Matopos Hills in Zimbabwehave become the scene of symbolic, ideological and armed conflict over the last hundred years. Voices from the Rocks is about landscape, religion, conservation, political symbolism, and war in the Matopos Hills - not simply the geography of the National Park there, which is seen by most visitors as a "wild place." This book reinstates culture and history into nature. ... Read more

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A walk through a compelling landscape
Professor Ranger's latest work was one I could not put down. He tells a story which binds you to the place and the people who live there. The individuals and peoples -- of several tribes, African and European -- whichpopulate his book have a vital attachment to their granite hills,and it'sfascinating to see that attachment bring them together and divide them.Ranger shows us how complex the reality of inter-ethnic relations are; wesee different attitudes toward nature and history be shared or not sharedacross ethnic and racial boundaries. Cecil Rhodes lives on through thisbook,and surprisingly,as much more complex than simply a greedyimperialist;after reading this book I can understand better why there's ahuge Zimbabwean defense of keeping his body at World's End in the Matopos. This book is a detailed living escape from political history and athought-provoking study of history and philosophy of nature. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from The Geographical Journal, published by Royal Geographical Society on March 1, 2000. The length of the article is 7112 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Rural Self-Reliance in Bondolfi, Zimbabwe: the role of beekeeping.(Statistical Data Included)
Author: Etienne Ne
Publication: The Geographical Journal (Refereed)
Date: March 1, 2000
Publisher: Royal Geographical Society
Volume: 166Issue: 1Page: 26

Article Type: Statistical Data Included

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Zimbabwe has recently come to the attention to global strategic planners.This report puts these executives on the fast track.Ten chapters provide: an overview of how to strategically access this important market, a discussion on economic fundamentals, marketing & distribution options, export and direct investment options, and full risk assessments (political, cultural, legal, human resources).Ample statistical benchmarks and comparative graphs are given. ... Read more

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General Series In Anthropology, No. 8. ... Read more

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This study examines the historical development and social, political and economic significance of gospel music in Zimbabwe. It approaches music with Christian theological ideas and popular appeal as a cultural phenomenon with manifold implications. Applying a history of religions approach to the study of a widespread religious phenomenon, the study seeks to link religious studies with popular culture. This study also seeks to bring to the fore the long-standing issue of the relationship between Christianity and African culture along with the neglected theme of music and the construction of religious and other identities. ... Read more