Mbaqanga, a fusion of rural and urban musical styles that emerged in South Africa in the 1960s and 1970s, has no more important or influential exponents than the Mahotella Queens, who have been recording and performing together, with and wi...
This gift box set is perfect for anyone looking to give a special gift for Christmas, Birthday, Anniversary or any other memorable occasion - look and feel like royalty!
A collection of artists from Tanzania (and one Zimbabwean) who are relatively unknown to international audiences, New African Composers, Vol. 1 is a delight from start to finish. Zimbabwe's Ndala Kasheba layers bright, 12-string guitars and...
Presents single-page biographies of twenty-four African rulers, from Menes, who lived 3000 years before Christ to Haile Selassie, a twentieth-century emperor.
A comprehensive guide to African violets and their cultivation is designed for experienced as well as novice indoor gardeners and features tips on feeding, potting, potting mixtures, using artificial lighting, and creating a healthy environ...
In Queens, Queen Mothers, Priestesses, and Power Flora E.S. Kaplan brings together a group of noted authorities to offer an in-depth look at women who belong to royal and elite groups in sub-Saharan Africa. Based on original research conduc...