Culture and Customs of Gambia

by Saine, Abdoulaye

• ISBN13: 9780313359101
• ISBN10: 0313359105
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-04-13
• Publisher: Greenwood Pub Group

Summary

Despite being the smallest country within the African continent, Gambia is home to more than 1.7 million people and is one of the most densely populated countries in Africa. Defined by borders that reflect the route of its namesake, the Gambia River, Gambia is a fascinating" and ethnically diverse nation.

Table of Contents

Series Foreword	p. ix
Preface	p. xi
Acknowledgments	p. xiii
Abbreviations	p. xvii
Chronology	p. xix
Introduction	p. 1
Religion and Worldview	p. 41
Literature and Media	p. 59
Art, Architecture, and Housing	p. 85
Cuisine and Traditional Dress	p. 95
Gender Roles, Marriage, and Family	p. 109
Social Customs and Lifestyles	p. 141
Music and Dance	p. 161
Changing Landscape	p. 177
Glossary	p. 183
Selected Bibliography	p. 187
Index	p. 195
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