Crowning Achievements: African Arts of Dressing the Head

by Christine Mullen Kreamer, Christine M. Kreamer, Mary Jo Arnoldi, et al.

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This volume explores the cultural history and lore of African headwear - from spectacular hats for special events to informal everyday examples - and the vital role such headwear plays in reinforcing societal norms, announcing important rituals, recalling historical events, and celebrating an individual's achievements. The human head is traditionally held by African cultures to be the seat of individual power, spirit, and intelligence. Through this...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0930741439

ISBN13:9780930741433

Release Date:January 1995

Publisher:University of Washington Press

Length:192 Pages

Weight:2.35 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 9.7" x 10.2"

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Cultural Health Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Social Science Social Sciences

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