Africa
Ruth M. Stone
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Africa
Published
1997
Publisher
Garland Pub.
Pages
851
ISBN-10
0824060350
Description
Explores key themes in African music that have emerged in recent years - a subject usually neglected in country-by-country coverage emphasizes the contexts of musical performance - unlike studies that offer static interpretations isolated from other performing traditions presents the fresh insights and analyses of musicologists and anthropologists of diverse national origins - African, Asian, European, and American. Charts the flow and influence of music. The Encyclopedia also charts the musical interchanges that followed the movement of people and ideas across the continent, including: cross-regional musical influences throughout Africa * Islam and its effect on African music * spread of guitar music * Kru mariners of Liberia * Latin American influences on African music * musical interchanges in local contexts * crossovers between popular and traditional practices. Audio CD included. Also includes nine maps and 96 music examples.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Africa?
This edition of Africa has approximately 851 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Africa?
For most readers, Africa typically takes between 17h 44m and 11h 49m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 212,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 14h 11m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 29 days • Estimated word count: 212,750 words
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What is the word count of Africa?
The estimated word count for Africa is approximately 212,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Africa?
Africa was written by Ruth M. Stone.
When was Africa published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1997. The original work may have been published on a different date.