This
volume reaches into practically all of Africa and thus covers an area
perhaps 50% greater than that of most books. Similarly, it is unique
in treating a broad variety of articles: household objects and weapons,
jewelry and textiles, musical instruments and devotional items. The
coverage is extensive, but the purpose is not to be encyclopedic;
rather it is to present a wide assortment of top-quality utilitarian
objects, beautifully photographed, and to give sufficient background
information, carefully researched, but in a lively, readable format,
to enhance the enjoyment of this material as art.
