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Explore the evolution of a nation with this revised, updated, and expanded edition of A Modern History of Somalia. Authored by I.M. Lewis, a former Emeritus Professor of Social Anthropology at the London School of Economics & Political Science, this work provides a definitive look at the Somali people and their statehood in the Horn of Africa. This edition brings the original history up to date, offering readers a clear view of how Somali social organization maintains continuity even as the region changes. The text examines how the Somali way of life has been adapted to various forms of modernity, providing deep insights into the social structures of the region. Whether you are a student of African history or a researcher interested in social anthropology, this book serves as a foundational text. It offers a penetrating look at the nation and state within the Horn of Africa, making it an essential addition to any academic or historical collection.

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Revised and expanded edition that brings I.M. Lewis's definitive history up to date for modern readers.

Detailed analysis of Somali social organization and how these forms show amazing continuity.

Explores the adaptation of the Somali way of life to different forms of modernity.

Written by I.M. Lewis, Emeritus Professor of Social Anthropology at the London School of Economics & Political Science.

A comprehensive study of the nation and state within the context of the Horn of Africa.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
18 April 2019
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21 April 2019

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