Pray
that someone gives you this book. Authentic and beautifully photographed,
these dazzling images reverberate with the spectacular bead work,
fiber art, jewelry, ornamentation and body decoration that Africa's
people have created and use as they celebrate the passage of time
in their lives. This luxurious two-volume set invites you to 43 wondrous
ceremonies, from baby blessings to coronations, each adorned with
the expressive art that has been captured in 850 magnificent life-affirming
color photographs.