Transcripts of the Sacred in Nigeria: Beautiful, Monstrous, Ridiculous.

The article reviews two books, "Transcripts of the Sacred in Nigeria: Beautiful, Monstrous, Ridiculous" by Nimi Wariboko and "Creole Language, Democracy, and the Illegible State in Cabo Verde" by Abel Djassi Amado. Wariboko's book explores the concept of the sacred in Nigeria, challenging convention...

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Publicado en:International Journal of African Historical Studies Vol. 57; no. 3; pp. 381 - 383
Autor principal: HACKETT, ROSALIND I. J.
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Trustees of Boston University, acting through its African Studies Center 2024
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Sumario:The article reviews two books, "Transcripts of the Sacred in Nigeria: Beautiful, Monstrous, Ridiculous" by Nimi Wariboko and "Creole Language, Democracy, and the Illegible State in Cabo Verde" by Abel Djassi Amado. Wariboko's book explores the concept of the sacred in Nigeria, challenging conventional narratives and focusing on human flourishing in the postcolonial context. Amado's work delves into the relationship between language, state-making, and democracy in Cabo Verde, highlighting the impact of language policy on governance and inequality. Both books offer unique perspectives on African studies and language politics, providing valuable insights for researchers in these fields.