Morocco Trip - Culture and Customs of Morocco (Culture and Customs of Africa)
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Manufacturer: Greenwood Press
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 964
EAN: 9780313332890
ISBN: 0313332894
Label: Greenwood Press
Manufacturer: Greenwood Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 176
Publication Date: 2005-12-30
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Studio: Greenwood Press
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General readers finally have a substantive resource for information on a country most known in the United States for the Humphrey Bogart classic Casablanca, images of the souks (markets), hashish, and Berber rugs. The strong introduction surveys the people, land, government, economy, educational system, and history. Most weight is given to modern history, with French colonial rule ending in 1956 and a succession of monarchs since then. The discussion of religion and worldview illuminates the Islamic base and Jewish communities but is also notable for the discussion of Berber beliefs in spirits. In the Literature and Media chapter, the oral culture of the Berbers and the new preference for Western-style education and use of French and even English are highlights. The Moroccans are renowned as skilled artisans, and their products are enumerated in the Art and Architecture/Housing chapter, along with the intriguing descriptions of casbahs and old quarters in the major cities. Moroccans are hospitable and family oriented, which is reflected in descriptions of their cuisine and social customs. Moroccan women seem to be somewhat freer than others in Muslim countries but the chapter on Gender Roles, Marriage, and Family shows that much progress is still needed. Ceremonies and celebrations are important cultural markers that bring communities together, and a wealth of religious, national, and family rites of passage, with accompanying music and dance, round out the cultural coverage.
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Summary: A powerful coverage which will appeal into high school and public library collections
Comment: Morocco's history and culture typically is surveyed lightly in more general overviews of the region, so it's a pleasure to see an in-depth, country-specific title aimed at college-level readers. Raphael Chijioke Njoku 's discussion Culture And Customs Of Morocco allows for a thorough understanding of Moroccan culture; from its history and religious influences through its social, political and cultural strengths. Chapters also provide critical overviews of changes and improvements in progress, as well as surveying the country's people, land, and economy. A powerful coverage which will appeal into high school and public library collections.
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