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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. Enjoy!



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An Ordinary Woman by Donna Hill

A novel about friendship, marriage and adultry. Written by award winning African-American author Donna Hill.

Slavery in the History of Muslim Africa by Humphrey Fisher

An indepth study of the role of slavery in muslim black Africa. Fisher points out the many reasons that Africans have been taken as slaves and how the historical and modern slavery systems in Islam have evolved in Africa.

$24.00 Sale: $18.00

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$21.00 Sale: $15.50
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Masks of Black Africa by Ladislas Segy

Over 260 photos of African masks. Includes commentary on each mask and some introductory information on the general use of masks in Africa.

The Portable Promised Land by Toure

A look into the real world of "Black Folk". It's raw, funny, true, perceived....

$17.00 Sale: $12.00
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SOLD

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Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe

Clearly one of Africa's gems, Chinua Achebe has written excellent literature since the 50's. Things Fall Apart has long been recognized as one of his best works.

Tribal Arts of Africa

A wonderful collection of photos of masks, statues and other pieces of African art which includes information about the pieces as well.

$10.00 Sale: $6.00
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$30.00 Sale: $23.00
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We wish to inform you that tomorrow we will be killed with our families by Philip Gourevitch

THE Ultimate book on the Rwandan genocide!! Mama Afrika counts it as one of the best books she has ever read. 5 Stars!!

When Victims Become Killers by Mahmood Mamdani

This book is a more academic read and addresses the historical context for the genocide in Rwanda.

SOLD

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$16.95

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Women's Wisdom from the Heart of Africa by Sobonfu Some

This audio tape series features lessons and wisdom from a Dagara village. A good way to incorporate ancient teachings into your life.

Our book selection changes constantly; please keep checking back for new books...

$60.00 Sale: $45.00
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