Basotho (Heritage Library of African Peoples Southern Africa) [Library Binding]

Gary Van Wyk (Author), Gary Van Whk (Author)

Book Description

Series: Heritage Library of African Peoples Southern Africa | Publication Date: September 1996

Surveys the history, culture, and contemporary life of the Basotho people of South Africa and Lesotho.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 7 Up--These titles provide a brief historical survey of the respective country (i.e., Ghana and Lesotho) from ancient times to the present, as well as basic information on the geography, social life and customs, religion, education, and the arts. Maps showing population distribution and district boundaries are included. Close to two dozen full-color and black-and-white photographs complement each text. Boxed inserts provide additional background on various topics, such as proverbs, prayer, famous leaders, shrine houses, etc. As little information is available on the traditional and modern lives of specific African groups, these titles are valuable resources.

Gebregeorgis Yohannes, San Francisco Public Library, CA

Copyright 1997 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Library Binding: 64 pages
• Publisher: Rosen Pub Group; 1st edition (September 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823920054
• ISBN-13: 978-0823920051
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #672,936 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Price is crazy for the format and content, February 26, 2010

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This review is from: Basotho (Heritage Library of African Peoples Southern Africa) (Library Binding)

I appreciate the focus this book has on the Basotho culture, however I am shocked that I paid $30. It's a cardboard bound kid's book.

4.0 out of 5 stars important and relevent African American resource, June 17, 1999

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This review is from: Basotho (Heritage Library of African Peoples Southern Africa) (Library Binding)

This is an exellent resource for studies in African Cuulture. Simple and not overly complex, books in this series provide a general overview of the cultures of Africa.