Kongo Political Culture

Kongo Political Culture
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Publisher : Indiana University Press
Total Pages : 304
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ISBN-10 : 0253336988
ISBN-13 : 9780253336989
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Book Synopsis Kongo Political Culture by : Wyatt MacGaffey

Download or read book Kongo Political Culture written by Wyatt MacGaffey and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2000-03-22 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lutete devoted much of his attention to aspects of Kongo ritual and religious belief, including minkisi and the rituals for the installation of chiefs. The original text of what he had to say about chiefship is printed, with translation notes. The work of other informants is also used."--BOOK JACKET.


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