The book "El Sabio Babaliki: Proverbios Africanos" contains a collection of proverbs and traditional sayings from various African cultures. Through the symbolic figure of "Babaliki," this collection depicts the moral values, wisdom, and outlook on life of African peoples passed down through generations. This book provides an overview of local wisdom, life philosophies, and African oral culture …
This atlas presents a geographical, political, economic, and social overview of the African continent in the early 1960s. Accompanied by thematic maps by W. H. Bromage, it provides information on post-independence political changes, national borders, ethnic composition, economic resources, and regional dynamics. A revised 1965 edition updated the data to reflect the most recent political develo…
This book examines the development and characteristics of single-party political systems in several African countries during the early years of independence. Contributors analyze the political dynamics, government structures, the influence of colonialism, and the social challenges that shaped the emergence of single-party regimes in Sub-Saharan Africa. This work serves as an important reference…
This book examines the political, social, and ethnic dynamics of five African countries at the beginning of independence: Congo, Dahomey, the Federal Republic of Cameroon, Rhodesia and Nyasaland, and South Africa. Through expert analysis, the book explains how ethnic diversity, colonialism, and governmental structures influenced political stability and societal development in each country. This…
En torno al fuego en las noches de África is a collection of African folktales selected and translated by Mariano Herranz. The stories in this book draw from various African traditions and illustrate the moral values, beliefs, and culture of the local people. With a distinctive storytelling style and rich symbolism, this book presents stories typically told around a campfire at night, as…
This book examines the first two decades of independence in Francophone Black Africa—the political, social, and economic changes from the 1960s to the 1980s. The author describes issues of inequality, development challenges, and the realities of life in post-colonial societies in Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa, drawing on historical perspectives and contemporary conditions. (Based on a synops…
Ebenezer Babatope's book, "Coups, Africa and the Barrack Revolts," examines the phenomenon of military coups that occurred frequently in various African countries during the 20th century. Babatope highlights the political, economic, and social factors that led to military intervention in government and describes the internal dynamics of the barracks that often triggered military rebellions. Thi…
Abdul Rahman Mohamed Babu's book, "African Socialism or Socialist Africa?" is a critical analysis of the concept of "African socialism," widely promoted by African leaders in the post-colonial era. Babu argues that the term is often used to encapsulate nationalist policies that do not fully lead to genuine social transformation. He compares various models of socialism implemented in Africa and …
Maria Rosa Cutrufelli's book, Women of Africa: Roots of Oppression, explores the various forms of oppression experienced by African women, stemming from traditional structures, the legacy of colonialism, and modern economic systems. Cutrufelli highlights how gender inequality, patriarchal power, economic exploitation, and political conflict shape women's lives across Africa. Using a historical …
W. E. Abraham's The Mind of Africa is a philosophical study examining the foundations of African thought, consciousness, and worldview. It highlights how historical experiences, culture, and traditional values shape how Africans understand themselves and the world around them. Abraham seeks to capture the spiritual and intellectual essence of Africa, while challenging often erroneous West…