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Mama Afrika personally recommends the following:

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We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will be Killed With Our Families
by Philip Gourevitch

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A day in the life of Africa
by David Cohen, Lee Liberman

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Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela
by Nelson Mandela

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Tribal Arts of Africa
by Jean-Baptiste Bacquart

 

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You might already know that the books you find along the side of each page of the website are hand-selected by Mama Afrika. You'll notice though that when you choose one of these books, you are connected to one of our partner sites.

For those of you who would like to add a book to your custom African gift basket, or if you just want to save on shipping and have your book mailed along with your order of African art... Mama brings you the African Book Stand. Here is a selection of books Mama Afrika recommends personally. All are either written by African-American authors or are on the subject of Africa. Enjoy!


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Acting out by Benilde Little

Family tales of daily life, drama and the way we are linked. An interesting novel set in the upper-class of the African-American community. Written by critically acclaimed author Benilde Little.

Africana Woman by Cynthia Jacobs Carter

 

 

$23.00 Sale: $16.00

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$40.00 Sale: $22.00
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African Seats

A beautiful coffee table style book which shows the incredible variety and beauty of seats from across Africa. From the simple elegance of those in Ethiopia to the intricate beadwork included in those from Cameroon.

Blood Diamonds by Greg Campbell

The diamond industry certainly has blood on its hands. This book points out the many ways that

$30.00 Sale: $22.00
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$26.00 Sale: $19.00
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Blue Nile by Virginia Morell

This adventure up Ethiopia's Blue Nile offers an original way to study anthropology and history. The only African country to never be colonized, Ethiopia offers us rich history and culture which you will enjoy.

Breathing Room by Patricia Elam

African-American women, friendship and the challenges we face together...

This is a great read.

$26.00 Sale: $19.00

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$25.00 Sale: $18.00

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Disgrace by J.M. Coetzee

The story of a white South African professor who is facing one of the hardest periods of his life: charged with sexual harrassment of a student, he goes to the "bush" to live with his astranged daughter until he can come to terms with the situation at hand. Excellent read.

Enduring Spirit by Phil Borges

This coffee table book features beautiful photos of native peoples of Africa, Asia and America. The faces on the cover are from Kenya.

$13.00 Sale: $7.00

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$30.00 Sale: $15.00

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The Fall of Rome by Martha Southgate

Integration at a private Connecticut school bring out an unexpected response by its only African-American teacher.

Harlem Redux by Persia Walker

Harlem in the 1920's... Suicide, high society, love, betrayal, wealth, secrets and power all await you.

$23.00 Sale: $16.00
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$23.00 Sale: $16.00
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The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith

After reading the first three books in this series, you'll feel like Mma Ramotswe is a member of your family. A refreshing, wonderful set of books about the first ever women's detective agency in Botswana. You're sure to love it!

The Kalahari Typing School for Men by Alexander McCall Smith

This is the fourth book in the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series. More cases to solve, and more news of Mma Ramotswe. Mama Afrika loves this series!!

$31.85Sale: $27.00
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$12.00 Sale: $9.00
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Find out more about each country and how you can help Mama's friends around the continent.


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Egypt Rwanda
Eritrea South Africa
Ethiopia Tanzania
Ghana Tunisia
Kenya Uganda
Lesotho Zimbabwe
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Mama is always on the lookout for small local associations which assist women and children in these countries. If you know of any that you think she should meet, contact Mama and let her know.


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