{"product_id":"culture-and-customs-of-somalia-9780313361371","title":"Culture and Customs of Somalia","description":"\u003cp\u003eSomalia, the Horn of Africa nation, is finally recovering from recent wars and famine. Written by a native Somali, \u003ci\u003eCulture and Customs of Somalia\u003c\/i\u003e gives students and interested readers an in-depth look at the land and people, past and present. It is the only accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date general reference on this country. Somalia was once colonized by Europeans, but Abdullahi's superb survey, with its historical context, evokes a Somaliland from a Somali viewpoint. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis Muslim country has strong pastoral roots and is known as a land of poets with a long oral cultural tradition. Some highlights found herein include discussion of handcrafts and artisanry, distinctive architecture and nomad housing, camel culture, intriguing food and eating customs, rites of passage, leisure and economic pursuits, education, and the Somali musical genres. A chronology, glossary, and numerous photos enhance the text.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMOHAMED DIRIYE ABDULLAHI, formerly a journalist in Somalia, is now an independent language consultant and translator in Montreal. He specializes in the language, cultures, and history of the peoples of the Horn of Africa. He has previously published \u003ci\u003eParlons Somali\u003c\/i\u003e, a book on the Somali language and culture.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Greenwood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50923961712914,"sku":"9780313361371","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_9e80cfc6-9159-470b-ad1d-b986132c4f5e.jpg?v=1738966292","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/culture-and-customs-of-somalia-9780313361371","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}