Ecology of African Pastoralist Societies (Hardcover, UK ed.)

Presents a synthesis of much of the current literature on pastoralist societies across Africa. This is an important and informative work by one of the acknowledged leaders in the field. It will be widely read and used by scholars and practitioners concerned with Africa's livestock keeping people. It draws on some of the most current literature on pastoralist societies in Africa - highlighting both the similarities and differences between them. KATHERINE HOMEWOOD is Professor of Anthropology at University College, London North America:Ohio U Press; South Africa: Unisa Press (PB)