Historical Dictionary of Women in Sub-Saharan Africa

Historical Dictionary of Women in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Total Pages : 452
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ISBN-10 : 0810853310
ISBN-13 : 9780810853317
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Book Synopsis Historical Dictionary of Women in Sub-Saharan Africa by : Kathleen E. Sheldon

Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Women in Sub-Saharan Africa written by Kathleen E. Sheldon and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This vast dictionary launches the new series, Historical Dictionaries of Women in the World, and fills a huge gap in the literature, as there previously has not been any comprehensive reference work on African women. This dictionary includes over 660 entries on notable women in history, politics, religion, the arts, and other sectors; on events particularly associated with women; on women's organizations and publications; and on a range of topics that are important to women in general or that have a special importance for African women, including marriage, fertility, market women, goddesses, and much more. Entries include cross-referencing information that facilitates readers' ability to find related information. The book also includes an introductory essay and a chronology on African women's history, as well as an extensive bibliography divided into sub-sections on different historical eras and subjects. Access to finding specific information is further aided by a country index. A wide range of users will find this reference extremely valuable, including researchers in African or women's history, high school and university students, and people involved with African policy and development issues such as diplomats or aid workers.


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