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Africa's Hidden Histories

- Everyday Literacy and Making the Self

About Africa's Hidden Histories

Colonial Africa saw an explosion of writing and printing. This book considers the profusion of literary culture, the propensity to collect and archive text, and the significance attached to reading as a form of self-improvement. It also explores the innovative, intense, and sociable interest in reading and writing.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780253218438
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 464
  • Published:
  • July 13, 2006
  • Dimensions:
  • 156x234x32 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 666 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: July 26, 2024

Description of Africa's Hidden Histories

Colonial Africa saw an explosion of writing and printing. This book considers the profusion of literary culture, the propensity to collect and archive text, and the significance attached to reading as a form of self-improvement. It also explores the innovative, intense, and sociable interest in reading and writing.

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