The Forge and the Funeral: The Smith in Kapsiki/Higi Culture

by Walter E.A. van Beek

Throughout Africa one craft among many stands out: that of the blacksmith. In many African cultures, smiths occupy a significant position, not just as artisans engaging in a difficult craft but also as special people. Often they perform other crafts, as well, and make up a somewhat separate group inside society. The Forge and the Funeral describes the position of the smith in the culture of the Kapsiki/Higi of northern Cameroon and northeastern...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1611861667
• ISBN13: 9781611861662
• Release Date: November 2015
• Publisher: Michigan State University Press
• Length: 422 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 8.9"