Samatar, Abdi Ismail
Framing Somalia
- ISBN 13:
- 9781569027899
- author:
- Samatar, Abdi Ismail
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Red Sea Press,U.S.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 212
- Dimensions:
- 1.5 x 13.8 x 13.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Framing Somalia by Abdi Ismail Samatar offers a fresh perspective on Somali cultural and political studies. Rather than perpetuating stereotypes, this book presents a complex and dynamic rendering of the country's history over the last century. Through three case studies focusing on democratic politics, Islam, and piracy, Samatar explores alternative ways of understanding Somalia. By examining these distinct aspects, he sheds new light on the country's development and challenges its traditional narratives. This thought-provoking book provides a nuanced analysis of Somali identity and its evolution over time, making it an important contribution to social science and regional studies.
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