The classic study of sex and gender roles in (primarily) Nigeria. Index, bib, apps, 223pp, UK. ZED BOOKS.

A survey of literary criticism and ideology which considers the nature, origins and dynamics of culture and nationalism, and the place of 'Africa' in these structures: Africa, race, the native, myth, ethnophilosophy, gods, post-colonialism/ modernism, states, identities, etc. 366pp.

An examination of Kiswahili as a tool for intra- and inter-ethnic communication, national unity, cultural integration, economic well-being, and technological advancement. Ref. 152pp. KENYA.

Presents Diop's main thesis - that historical, archeological and anthropological evidence supports the theory that the civilization of ancient Egypt was actually Negroid in origin.

Now in paperback, this book examines issues, practices, remedies, case studies in Africa and the West, etc. 'Dorkenoo understands the subject from inside out'. Alice Walker.

1995 Paperback

Second Edition. The author attacks the view that there is an indigenous, collective African philosophy separate and distinct from the Western philosophical tradition. 'Hountondji ... writes not as an "African" philosopher but as a philosopher on Africa.... This is a precious gem of a book for anyone who wishes to reflect on civilization and culture.' - Choice. xxvii, 221pp.

A standard history, which also covers sociological and cultural subjects. Appendix on treaties. Large map, index, 684pp, NIGERIA. CSS BOOKSHOPS LTD.

1997 1921 978295182X Paperback

This book is new, but the condition is comprised and shop-soiled en route from Nigeria. Normally priced at GBP44.95.

An anthropological classic.

A vivid depiction by an award-winning poet of the testimonies made to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. 'A harrowing, revelatory and haunting book in which the voices of ordinary people shape the course of history.' Gloss, 286pp, UK. VINTAGE.

A provocative analysis of the obstacles to democratization in post-independence Africa. Argues that the the legacy of colonialism was a bifurcated power that mediated racial domination through tribally organized local authorities, reproducing racial identity in citizens and ethnic identity in subjects. Index, bib, 350pp, USA. PRINCETON.

Mandela's acclaimed autobiography. B/w illus, index, 768pp, UK.

1994 Paperback

New edition. An engaging study of termites which suggests that the nest as a whole behaves in some ways as a complex animal behaves. A classic of South African writing and selected as one of Africa's 100 Best Books of the Twentieth Century. B/w photos, illus, 175pp, SOUTH AFRICA. HUMAN & ROUSSEAU.

New edition. Written in 1957 and first published in English in 1965, this classic text explores the psychological effects of colonialism on colonized and colonizers alike. Includes the original introduction by Jean Paul Sartre and a new introduction Nadine Gordimer. 197pp, UK (Selected as one of Africa's 100 best books of the 20th century.). EARTHSCAN.

Addresses the meaning of Africa and of being African, and what constitutes African philosophy, and shows how these discourses influence perceptions of identity. Bib, index, xii, 241pp, UK. JAMES CURREY PUBLISHERS.

A new paperback edition of a classic re-telling of Southern Bantu legends. 'A work of genius', Sunday Times 717pp, UK.

Originally published on the day Ghana became independent, Nkrumah's autobiography was recently selected as one of Africa's best books of the 20th century. B/w ill, index, 309pp, UK.

2001 Hardback

Reissue of this classic account of life in South Africa, from an early leader of the ANC. New foreword by Kader Asmal. 366pp, SOUTH AFRICA. PICADOR AFRICA.

'A joyous celebration of childhood that is neither sentimental nor clichéd.' Newsday

'A superb act of remembrance ... dazzling reading.' Village Voice

230pp. UK.

An extraordinary biography of a share cropper, Kas Maine, throwing light on the social history of South Africa, from 1894 to 1985. This tale of an African struggling to maintain his family in a society which was dedicated to enriching only white people has been given rave reviews on both sides of the Atlantic. A monumental masterpiece of research... L Ensor, Business Day. 665pp, maps, notes, index, chronology, bib. USA AND UK.

1996 Paperback