- Paperback: 156 pages
- Publisher: iUniverse (14 May 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0595348505
- ISBN-13: 978-0595348503
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 14 x 0.9 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,369,491 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This book begins your exploration of the culture and traditions of the Akans of Ghana, West Africa. It introduces the reader to the lifestyle of the traditional Akans living in Ghana, Ivory Coast, Togo, and other West African Countries. Little has been written on the Akan culture and spirituality especially in the style and with the sensitivity of this author. The reader gets a glimpse of the traditional life of the Akan with its protocols, hospitality, and embedded cultural spirituality. This is a user friendly guide to anyone seeking knowledge on the culture and/or spirituality of the Akans. The author has spent more than 15 years traveling throughout Ghana, observing and participating in cultural activities as well as studying day-to-day life. Additionally, the Author has spent many years interviewing practitioners of traditional Akan customs and rituals in Ghana. This book is a must read for social workers, psychologists, professors, teachers, and students. It is a great reference guide for those who plan to travel to Ghana and other parts of West Africa. Akan Protocol is infused with stories of interest and humor that will place you in the heart of Ghana, West Africa with Nana Kyerewaa.
About the Author
Nana Akua Kyerewaa Opokuwaa was enstooled a Queenmother in Ghana, 1988.She is also an ordained Priestess in the Akan Akom Tradition. Nana travels to Ghana annually to study and practice traditional Akan customs and religion. She is currently writing other books about Akan traditions. Nana resides in Washington, DC.
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"You cannot be bigger than the culture and tradition" - so started my reading of Akan Protocol by Nana Akua Kyerewaa Opokuwaa. I purchased this book in preparation for my visit to Ghana later in the year and also to get a better appreciation of Ghanaian culture. I was surprised at the detail which was packed into this book including core elements of Akan culture, greetings, guidelines for visits, guidelines for hosts, dress and attire, funerals, taboos and even Royal Palace protocol.
Even if you don't plan to visit West Africa, this book can be of great value to anyone wishing to learn more about African Culture. I would definitely recommend this book.
Even if you don't plan to visit West Africa, this book can be of great value to anyone wishing to learn more about African Culture. I would definitely recommend this book.
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Excellent book on etiquette, not spiritual knowledge
28 May 2007
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
this is a great book for people planning to visit Ghana and interact with members of the royal community there. It is insightful in understanding etiquette in Akan culture. However, for those of you thinking that the author is going to go at any length discussing the spiritual beliefs of Akan religion she is not. This should not be mistaken as a spiritual or religious book, it is focused primarily on etiquette. This is not a bad thing, understanding such protocol is good. But this it is not a soul searching sort of ordeal.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Amazing Introduction to the Akan Structure
23 Mar 2005
Format:Unknown Binding
This book is an amazing introduction to the Akan Structure. This was an easy read. If you are interested in the subjects of the Ancestors, Traditional African Religions, and/or the heart of Sankofa, this book is a must read. Akan Protocol is the must read guide for anyone traveling to Ghana or anyone who is interested in or wants to attend Akan Akom based events! Follow this author...if this book is a foreshadow of what's to come, this author is very promising!!! Akan Protocol is a Must read and a Must have. Bravo Nana Kyerewaa!!!
A MUST READ
1 Jun 2005
Format:Paperback
This book has been long overdue. We have been praying for the second reprint of this book!!!!
As the previous commentor stated, if you did not have an chance to get your hands on the first edition, then you have another opportunity.There is no other book like this one on the market today. This book should be on everyone's bookshelf and should definately be a must read for all college-level African American/African studies classes.
Nana Kyerewaa does an outstanding job of laying the foundation for Akan culture and spirituality. But this is just the tip of the iceberg. This book will definately open up many doors for you spiritually and will definately leave you wanting more.
Medase Pi Nana Kyerwaa for writing this groundbreaking book. May Almighty God, the Abosom and Nsamanfo continue to bless you.
As the previous commentor stated, if you did not have an chance to get your hands on the first edition, then you have another opportunity.There is no other book like this one on the market today. This book should be on everyone's bookshelf and should definately be a must read for all college-level African American/African studies classes.
Nana Kyerewaa does an outstanding job of laying the foundation for Akan culture and spirituality. But this is just the tip of the iceberg. This book will definately open up many doors for you spiritually and will definately leave you wanting more.
Medase Pi Nana Kyerwaa for writing this groundbreaking book. May Almighty God, the Abosom and Nsamanfo continue to bless you.
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