About This Book
An accessible survey for young readers that sketches everyday life across African communities, with descriptive chapters on houses, villages, children, games, dances, musical instruments, food, ornaments, bathing, and illustrative plates. It collects folklore, animal tales, finger rhymes, and riddles alongside discussions of indigenous beliefs, traditional responses to sickness, and magic medicine. The work also presents a Christian missionary viewpoint, outlining perceived hindrances to and suggested methods for evangelistic work. Chapters alternate cultural description and practical missionary reflection, aiming to inform readers and foster sympathetic engagement.
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