Paintings, drawings and sketches made in Angola and inspired by its peoples and landscapes. Foreword by Pepetela. TEXT IN ENGLISH & PORTUGUESE. 42 col illus, 112pp, FRANCE. EDITIONS CACIMBO.

A survey of the history, society and initiation ceremonies of the Chokwe of Angola. Richly illustrated with colour photographs. Includes a guide to further reading and a glossary. Index, map, 64pp, USA. ROSEN PUBLISHING COMPANY, 0823919900

Introduction to the art of the Chokwe people of Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Chokwe originally lived in the Serra de Muzamba, in central Angola and are renowned for their fine sculpture. Their art is strongly linked to their religion and sophisticated court system. 142pp, col & b/w illus, ITALY. FIVE CONTINENTS EDITIONS.

Explores the nearly 100 ethno-linguistic groups and their various ways of life and argues that religion defines the cultural character of the country. Christianity, the dominant religion, is portrayed as more urban-based, popular among the educated elite and middle class. Indige-nous religious practices, still popular particularly in the rural areas, are covered as well. Celebrates the prolific Portuguese-language literary output and the skilled Angolan artists. Discussion of the traditional foods, ceremonies, music and dance, and more rounds out the coverage. Maps, illus, 200pp, USA. GREENWOOD PRESS.

A survey of the society, history, religion and medicine of the Kongo people of Angola, Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Richly illustrated with colour photographs. Index, map, 64pp, USA. ROSEN PUBLISHING COMPANY, 0823920011

A survey of the society, history, the economy, interaction with the Portuguese, and recent political history of the Mbundu of Angola. Richly illustrated with colour photographs. Includes a guide to further reading and a glossary. Index, map, 64pp, USA. ROSEN PUBLISHING COMPANY, 0823920046

Illustrates the art associated with male initiation rites in Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. BNS, 40 colour and 8 b/w illustrations, 96pp, UK, 0856675547