- Hardcover: 224 pages
- Publisher: Harvill Press (4 Oct 1993)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0002163705
- ISBN-13: 978-0002163705
- Product Dimensions: 34.2 x 25.6 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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876,319 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #12 in Books > Travel & Holiday > Countries & Regions > Africa > Niger & Nigeria
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
It was just by chance that I happened across this gorgeous book while browing the sale items in my local book shop. I had no prior interest in Niger (and lets face it not many people do)but flicking through it the the combination of excellent photos of the men and women of the Wodabe tribe plus the interestingly written and illustrated text describing their traditions and way of life induced me to buy it and Im so glad I did. The photographer, Carol Beckwith, spent over 18 months living among the tribe and the 144 colour photos show not just an intimate portrait of family life but also something of their daily life and of their fantastic ceremonies. Also because the photographer and the writer were both women themselves they seemed to have greater access to the women of the tribe than maybe a man would have done thus giving the book a good balance with stories and opinions from the women just as much as the men. Probably one of the best phtography books Ive ever bought. Highly recommended
I particularly like the fact that a portion of the royalties from the book go to the Wodaabe tribe. They deserve it for so generously sharing their culture with us.
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
One of the only, and best, ethnographies of the Wodabe.
5 Aug 1999
Format:Hardcover
Nomads of Niger is an excellently written and colorful depiction of the life of the ancient nomadic Fulani or "Peul" people. Belonging to the group known as the Wodabe or Bororo, these nomadic herders of Niger (actually in this case moving into Chad, Cameroon and Central African Rupublic as well) have roamed for centuries across the sub-Saharan bushland, surviving where few others could. Living very simply, yet loving beauty and esthetics, their intricate culture and open hospitality is fascinating -- especially as it is is found in one of the harshest living environments on earth.
The authors have done a marvelous job of looking inside this virtually unknown culture, and with admiration and respect depicting it in print and photographs. It should be also noted that the Nomads of Niger was also developed as a National Geographic documentary, and brings some of the unforgettable sounds and action of this culture to life. Don't miss the Geerewol!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Very good
1 Oct 2002
Format:Hardcover
Dear Sirs,
This book is excellent sourse for those who never visited the countries where nomads of Niger are living. Of course, if it is interesting for you. Splendid photos of different tribes and people. Very good and understandable texts. I enjoyed the jorney when I have read the book. When you read it and look on the photos you feel like you are there, among nomads.
It is also very good for people who are going to visit the countries where the Niger nomads live. You have to read this book before you trip.
Sincerely yours,
Vladyslav.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
This book has excellent coverage on the Wodaabe
20 Jan 1999
Format:Hardcover
This is truly a wonderful book. The photos are beautiful and depicts the Wodaabe just as they are. The text is very accurate. Although published in 1983 these people are still very much the same today.
Carol Beckwith, who also wrote an article on the Wodaabe for the National Geographic in 1983, follows a family of the Wodaabe for a period of a year as they move from place to place in search of water for their cattle and themselves. The harshness and beauty of their lives is both portrayed in this book.
Many aspects of their complex culture is described. It is worth reading particularly if you ever intend to visit the area and the Wodaabe themselves.
Excellent value for money.
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