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Mama brings you the African Book Stand.

Here is a selection of books Mama Afrika recommends personally. Whether you are interested in learning a little more about Africa or you want to include a great book in that gift basket you are assembling... these books are nice choices. The selection will change regularly, so keep checking back. 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: $12.00

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$21.00 Sale: $10.50
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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.

When Victims Become Killers by Mahmood Mamdani

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

$10.00 Sale: $6.00
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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: $30.00
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