Islamic Talismanic Tradition in Nineteenth-century Asante
| Author | : David Owusu-Ansah |
| Publisher | : Lewiston, N.Y. ; Queenston, Ont. : Edwin Mellen Press |
| Total Pages | : 280 |
| Release | : 1991 |
| ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015022272580 |
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| Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Islamic Talismanic Tradition in Nineteenth-century Asante by : David Owusu-Ansah
Download or read book Islamic Talismanic Tradition in Nineteenth-century Asante written by David Owusu-Ansah and published by Lewiston, N.Y. ; Queenston, Ont. : Edwin Mellen Press. This book was released on 1991 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A study of the three bundles of Arabic Manuscripts from the Guinea Coast found in 1963 at the Royal Library in Copenhagen. The first part focuses on the examination of the instructions for making charms and amulets. The second part reviews factors that explain the popularity of Muslim charms in Asante. Particular attention is paid to specific historical events in Asante from 1804 to 1867.