Reference Books
The Last Camel: true stories about Somalia by
The Last Camel is a collection of stories about the people who live in a village in Northern Somalia. These are compelling tales about African spirits, wise women, untouchable Midgaans, sagacious elders struggling with technology and a few goats.
Location: African Studies Library Reference (G58 .W67 v. 118 )ISBN: 9781569020418Publication Date: 1997-04-01
Historical Dictionary of Somalia by
Despite advances in modern communication and the proliferation of information, there remain areas of the world about which little is known. One such place is Somalia. The informed public is aware of a political meltdown and consequent chaos there, but few comprehend the causes of this tragic crisis. This new edition covers Somalia's origin, history, culture, and language, as well as current economic and political issues. The alphabetical arrangement of this Dictionary, with a complete chronology, list of acronyms, and in-depth bibliography provide useful information about the country in a convenient format. A vital addition to reference collections supporting undergraduate and graduate programs on Africa and the Middle East, international relations, and economics- a useful fact-filled compendium for government and public libraries, NGO's, and other special libraries
Location: DT411.5 .A34 2000ISBN: 9780810843448Publication Date: 2003-02-25
Somalia: a bibliographical survey by
The Blackwell Guide to American Philosophy offers the most ambitious survey to date of American philosophical thought.Consisting of 23 newly commissioned chapters, each written by a leading scholar, the volume provides a state-of-the-art overview of the major eighteenth-, nineteenth-, and twentieth-century philosophical movements in America, including idealism, pragmatism, and naturalism. The contributors also look at the major figures in American philosophy -ranging from Charles S. Peirce to Justus Buchler - and examine major philosophical themes such as religion, education, and art. Each chapter includes a bibliography to inspire and facilitate further study.Taken as whole, the book provides a comprehensive history of philosophical thought in America, suitable for both students and scholars of American philosophy.
Location: African Studies Library Reference Z3526 .S33MISBN: 9780837194806Publication Date: 1977-06-06
Find more books in BU Libraries collection which provide overview or description of Somalia.
Selected Online Sources
- Country Portal - Somalia (African Studies Center -Leiden) The ASC Leiden Country Portal provides information on each African country at a glance and list free internet resources and other information on Africa.
- LoC - Country Studies - Somalia The Country Studies Series (Library of Congress) presents a description and analysis of the historical setting and the social, economic, political, and national security systems and institutions of countries throughout the world. Not all African countries are covered.
