Ethiopian warriorhood : defence, land and society 1800-1941 /

The history of the often-overlooked chewa Ethiopian warriors and their crucial role in defending their homeland against invasion in the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as their strong influence on political identity and the social infrastructure.

Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Tsehai Berhane Selassie (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Rochester, NY : James Currey, [2018]
Series:Eastern African studies (London, England)
Subjects:
Chewa (African people)
Chewa (Peuple d'Afrique)
Civilization.
Politics and government.
Ethiopia > History.
Ethiopia > Civilization.
Ethiopia > Politics and government.
Éthiopie > Histoire.
Éthiopie > Politique et gouvernement.
Ethiopia.
History.
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Preface; Introduction: Traditions of hierarchical warriorhood; The historical context of emergent warriors; Military lands and power politics; Ecological roots of local leadership; Social localities of emergent warriors; Military training in sports, horsemanship and hunting; Political authority and military power; Zeraf : symbols and rituals of power and rebellion; First Italian invasion, 1896; Guerrilla warfare, 1935-41; Conclusion

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