The Horse in West African History - The Role of the Horse in the Societies of Pre-Colonial West Africa (Hardcover)

Originally published in 1980 and here re-issued with an updated preface, this book deals with the role of the horse in the societies of West Africa during the pre-colonial period. It traces the history of its introduction and its diffusion within West Africa, and examines the problems of maintaining horses in such a harsh environment. The use of horses in warfare in analysed but the non-military aspects of the West African horse culture are also discussed, principally the use of horses as tokens of status and wealth. The book includes a review of the decline of the West African horse culture in the 20th century, reflecting the passing of a political system based on warfare and slavery.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	African Ethnographic Studies of the 20th Century
Release date:	August 2018
First published:	1980
Authors:	Robin Law
Dimensions:	234 x 156mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	250
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-59176-9
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > General Books > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history
LSN:	1-138-59176-9
Barcode:	9781138591769

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