The Samburu

A Study in Geocentracy

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Anthropology
Cover of the book The Samburu by Paul Spencer, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Paul Spencer ISBN: 9781134371525
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: June 1, 2004
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Paul Spencer
ISBN: 9781134371525
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: June 1, 2004
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Samburu society is a gerontocracy in which power rests with the older men; men under thirty may not marry or otherwise assert their personal independence. This nomadic tribe from the arid regions of northern Kenya cling to their traditional way of life despite the rapid change throughout Africa. The author spent more than two years during the 1960's amongst the Samburu, and as an adopted member of one of their clans, he perceived how their values and attitudes are closely interwoven with a social system that resists change.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Samburu society is a gerontocracy in which power rests with the older men; men under thirty may not marry or otherwise assert their personal independence. This nomadic tribe from the arid regions of northern Kenya cling to their traditional way of life despite the rapid change throughout Africa. The author spent more than two years during the 1960's amongst the Samburu, and as an adopted member of one of their clans, he perceived how their values and attitudes are closely interwoven with a social system that resists change.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Introducing Philosophy of Religion by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Delivering Olympic and Elite Sport in a Cross Cultural Context by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Gamify by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book The Global Partnership Against WMD by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Evaluating Literacy Instruction by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book The Conservative Nation (Routledge Revivals) by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Design Expertise by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Economic Geography by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Responsibilisation at the Margins of Welfare Services by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Feminist Review by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Women, Peace and Security by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book The Mannequins' Ball by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Depression in Kerala by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Racialized Correctional Governance by Paul Spencer
Cover of the book Understanding 'Classical' Economics by Paul Spencer
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy