ASANTE IN THE NINETEENTH CENTURY by Ivor Wilks ( 9780521379946 )

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Title:

ASANTE IN THE NINETEENTH CENTURY
THE STRUCTURE AND EVOLUTION OF A POLITICAL ORDER

By:

Ivor Wilks

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Paperback

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ISBN 10:

0521379946

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9780521379946

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Publisher:

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS

Pub. date:

29 September, 1989

Edition:

2nd Revised edition

Series:

African Studies 13

Pages:

874

Description:

Originally published in 1975, and reprinted with additional introductory material in 1989, this book provides an in-depth account of Asante history during the nineteenth century.

Synopsis:

Originally published in 1975, and reprinted with additional introductory material in 1989, this book provides an in-depth account of Asante history during the nineteenth century. The focus of the book is on the broad political development of Asante society, concentrating on the material factors which affected the decision making process during various administrations. This focus reflects the complex and sophisticated nature of the Asante social system, a system which had its basis in administrative unity and a core idea of nationhood. The text utilizes the abundant archival, printed and oral source materials available regarding the Asante, offering the reader a profound insight into the nature and structure of a remarkable society. This is a fascinating book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in African history.

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glossary, index

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Cambridge University Press

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