Ebron, Paulla A.

Performing Africa

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ISBN 13:
9780691074894
author:
Ebron, Paulla A.
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Princeton University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2002
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
23.3 x 16.1 x 1.7 cm
Genre:
Social Science / Anthropology / General
Condition:
New
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£28.48

Description

The jali is a complex figure, embodying both the history and politics of his people. As a performer, he navigates the tensions between representation and reality, crafting an image that can be both captivating and misleading. This book explores how the jali's talents at performance shape our understanding of Africa, often relying on stereotypes and misconceptions. Through extensive field research in The Gambia, it examines the cultural and political implications of these representations, shedding light on how Africa is produced, circulated, and consumed through performance. By interrogating these representations, Performing Africa offers a nuanced insight into the construction of identity and history in Africa and beyond.

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