Recordings were made during a field trip in 1981 and 1982. Includes annotated booklet. 6 tracks, approx 53 mins, GERMANY.

2001 Compact Disc

The Central African Republic is one of the least-known African countries. This volume is the first to give a cultural overview of the key elements of this former French colony. Wood fork shows how the Republic has the fundamental building blocks, with plenty of natural resources, to take on the challenges of the modern world. The diverse ethnic groups, including Bandas and pygmies, are responding to changes such as increased urbanization. 232pp, USA. GREENWOOD PRESS.

An account of the life of one of post-independence Africa's most controversial figures. 6 b/w ill, map, notes, bib, index, xii, 257pp, UK. MCGILL QUEENS, 0773524185

An analysis of natural resources in the Central African Republic has shown that the country has a strong national potential and a diversified ecosystem. However, the economy has drastically deteriorated over the years owing to mismanagement. As a result, peoples welfare has become increasingly critical, reaching now the level of what can be called acute misery. While studying issues of governance and the stabilisation of the economic system, this book pays a special attention to the analysis of the structural and contextual evolution of the economy of the Central African Republic. IN FRENCH. 290pp, SENEGAL. CODESRIA.

A compelling story of life among Ba-Benjelle pygmies of the Central African Republic: tales of their culture, music, etc. PENGUIN BOOKS USA, 0140236600

1993 Paperback