Culture and Customs of Ethiopia

Culture and Customs of Ethiopia

Culture and Customs of Ethiopia

Culture and Customs of Ethiopia

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Overview

An ideal resource for anyone interested in learning about Ethiopia, this accessible, single-volume work provides all-encompassing and up-to-date coverage of the ancient and diverse cultures of Africa's second-most populated nation.

Explore the fascinating culture of Ethiopia, a highly diverse nation built on the foundations of ancient kingdoms—truly a melting pot of traditions from Africa as well as other continents. With increasing freedom of speech and growing access to technology, Ethiopians are better able—and more eager—than ever to share ideas, art, and information not only with each other, but with the rest of the world.

This detailed volume offers readers informed perspectives on one of the world's oldest populations, covering its long-ago history as well as its evolution in the 21st century. Readers will discover Ethiopa's collection of written and oral stories, unique art and architecture inspired by royalty and religion, delicious cuisine, and many forms of music, dress, and dance. The book's chapters also describe important changes in Ethiopia's social customs, prevalent attitudes regarding women, and the nation's historically oppressive political system.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780313339349
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date: 02/27/2014
Series: Culture and Customs of Africa
Edition description: New Edition
Pages: 224
Product dimensions: 6.30(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Solomon Addis Getahun is associate professor of history at Central Michigan University.

Wudu Tafete Kassu, PhD, is assistant professor of history at the Addis Ababa University (AAU), Ethiopia.

Table of Contents

Series Foreword vii

Acknowledgments ix

Chronology xi

1 Introduction 1

2 Religion and Worldview 43

3 Literature and Media 59

4 Architecture and Art 79

5 Cuisine and Traditional Dress 99

6 Gender Roles, Marriage, and Family 125

7 Social Customs and Lifestyles 149

8 Music and Dance 165

Glossary 179

Bibliography 183

Index 195

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