Download or read book Thunder Over Africa written by Rex Gutridge and published by . This book was released on 1958 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Silent Thunder written by Katy Payne and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1999-09-01 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A natural history rich in observation of the animal world and how humans participate in it, Silent Thunder is also a passionate story of scientist Katy Payne’s spiritual quest as she turns a keen eye on her role in this world. Starting with the story of her revolutionary discovery that elephants use infrasonic sounds—sounds below the range of human hearing—to communicate, Payne shares what she learned from her fascinating field research in Africa, research that reveals new insights into elephants’ social lives. When five of the elephant families she studies are the victims of culling, Payne’s approach to her research changes, as she fights valiantly to protect the elephants. The result of her research, and the touching insights gained from Africans she worked with and the elephants she studied, give a vivid impression of Payne’s view from the front lines of the natural preservation effort. Like Peter Matthiessen’s The Snow Leopard and the writings of Jane Goodall, Silent Thunder demonstrates how a commitment to all life can bring one’s own into a new focus.
Download or read book Thunder Over Africa Illustrated by Cyril Deakins A Tale for Children written by Rex GUTRIDGE and published by . This book was released on 1958 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Thunder in the Morning written by Olympio Vormawor and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2009 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Novel of African Independence! At last, a book about Africa''s first industrial action in Ghana! Secret populist up-rising! The horror, from folk perspective! Africa''s public grief! Rural farmer''s private anguish! Strike action? Protest? All ineffectual! The only viable alternative for property distribution? Unspeakable! Looting! Radical organized nation-wide liberation of Multi-national Shops! The story? Akuse-Amedeka, cosmopolitan heaven, hosted all boats sailing the Volta! People comingled and made blissful music. Then, a farmer, started asking pointed questions. Secretary of secret Labor Union, receives a strange gift - a kiss from unusual visitor! A stunning white lady, immaculately Sunday frocked, at his blacksmith workshop! Do you see that? Nomo Adziga, whispered to Maa Adzeley. Clear as day light! Nose-rubbing! European merchants are rubbing noses with us! Betrayal? Or, solidarity? Enough to challenge folk imagination at the Holy African Traditional Shrine of Thunder, Yeve, teaching proper ethical virtues to initiates! Mysterious Lady? Seeking what? And what kiss! Interracial long nose, poked into native affairs! Friendly? Pinocchio? Admirer? Or Colonialism''s charming alter-ego? Expatriates, with classical theories of racial profiling, studied the natives. Natives, also studied their visitors, with one classic - the human heart. One fine Friday afternoon in January 1948, a kiss was planted near the left ear of Anani Nanor, a blacksmith who worked the forge, at his workshop in Atsukorpe, a quarter of Akuse-Amedeka township, in the Eastern Region of the Gold Coast. This apparently innocuous event which under ordinary circumstances might register no surprise at all, or if it did, no more than a mere passing fancy in the remotest rural enclave, gave rise to a great deal of excitement in the local Akuse-Amedeka area. For an unusually considerable time afterwards, the news sprouted and became the talk of the town. Morning, noon or evening, whenever workers paused to gasp in-between the activity with the pickaxe, the shovel or hand broom, it was on their lips. Whenever the water pot and firewood carriers balanced their enormous head-loads on their heads, and cagily neared each other, it was the main conversation piece. Let vendors and peddlers - those dynamic women with robust voices under the open trays - meet between the market stalls and lower their voices, in-between the lyrical outbursts of the hawkers'' cries for attention to their goods, and, it was not far from their muted small talk, nor heated chatter. There were innocent ones who, peculiar as it might sound, had never seen displayed in public, or presumably experienced in private, the physical phenomenon of a kiss, and to all appearances, had never missed it! To them the gesture was a mere curious cultural oddity whose display presented no magic to charm or shock the senses. These members of the community were not the children - so adept at role playing Mami and Papa . They were not teenagers who had overgrown hide-and-seek as a contact sport and, in whom the thawing life-juices had become as restless as the Volta in floods. They were not young adults, blooming silently like virgin cocoa trees under the shelter of forest timber. The innocent ones were seasoned grown-ups of matured experience, over whom the veil of cultural otherness had cast a different spell. They were those in whom the emotions had ripened but thawed to run in a different vein. These were the folks of nuanced sensibilities, who could tell the different unpredictable flavors of wild honey in cassava tapioca, warmed over open flames, and served on straw mats in swish buildings roofed with peasant hay. These were the folks who could tell the source of the nectar from the movement in the bee''s dance at day, and at night, they had mastered the delicate art of scooping the noon heat into their sleep, to bake their dreams. The innocent ones were the folks, who had succeeded to cast their buckets down the shaft of the deep well, to meet the hidden spring in its sweetest flow. And yet, because the physical phenomenon of a kiss, fell outside the realm of their courtship behavior, at first notice, their visual experience of it rebelled against the very foundation of their feelings and sentiments. It challenged and puzzled them; the mixing of salivas could not acquit itself before their eyes in a hurry, as being clinically defensible, and the horror which was the thought of that possibility of its intrusion upon their own persons, affronted them like a major act of class war. About Anani Nanor, the whispers arose, Oh, she only neared him and sucked in his face with her lips! What is that also for? They would ask plainly appalled. Some were intrigued, What did she mean by it? Olympio Vormawor Pioneering Founding Father and President of The Debating Society, of G h a n a ''s Temascho, won the annual writing prize for G h a n a schools with a short story, The Missing Shilling, published in The New Generation, 1969. He graduated from Oberlin College, U S A, and was Captain of the Varsity Soccer team, in 1973-4. He did Post Graduate work in the Department of African and Asian Studies, in Sussex U n i v e r s i t y Falmer, U K As Korku Vormawor, he was Editor of that department''s AFRAS JOURNAL, 1975-6. He did further graduate studies at University of W i s c o n s i n M a d ison. The tutor of English Composition, in Eastern Kentucky U n i v e r s i t y, at Richmond, KY, U S A, came to Harvard U n i v e r s i t y, for Independent Research.
Download or read book The Story of Lightning and Thunder written by Ashley Bryan and published by Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books. This book was released on 1999 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of how Lightning, a mischievous young ram, and Thunder, his sheep mother, are banished to the sky is told in this "delightful Nigerian folktale. . . . Written to be read aloud, with bits of rhyme and unexpected wordplay. Bryan's uniquely vibrant, swirling, light-filled paintings (enliven) every page".--"Kirkus Reviews", pointered review. Full color.
Download or read book A Refuge in Thunder written by Rachel E. Harding and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2003-02-19 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[An important] detailing of the development and evolution of a major institution of the African Diaspora [and] of Brazilian and Afro-Brazilian identity." —Sheila S. Walker The Afro-Brazilian religion Candomblé has long been recognized as an extraordinary resource of African tradition, values, and identity among its adherents in Bahia, Brazil. Outlawed and persecuted in the late colonial and imperial period, Candomblé nevertheless developed as one of the major religious expressions of the Afro-Atlantic diaspora. Drawing principally on primary sources, such as police archives, Rachel E. Harding describes the development of the religion as an "alternative" space in which subjugated and enslaved blacks could gain a sense of individual and collective identity in opposition to the subaltern status imposed upon them by the dominant society.
Download or read book Thunder of a Truthful Heart written by K.G. Bel and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2000-12-07 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, I attempt to facilitate understand and appreciation of Past, Present, and Future conditions of human life, expressing genuinely the changes that have affected human cultures over the ages. I make suggestions to effect dynamic social behavior, dealing with oppression and protest through-out the world and Mans undying quest for happiness and freedom: as he struggles to overcome barriers that engulfs him with conflict. Through verse, the book gives important information that will be useful to human life for many years to come, persuading his fellow man, by joining in the crusade for a Better World. The book generates hope and trepidation, expressing ideas that are crucially relevant to our time. During my years of life, I have gathered philosophies and experiences that have conditioned my views, hence, I try to motivate, through poetry, the spirits of my fellow man, spurring him on to a more positive understanding. Through observation, I strive to point out many details of this troubled world, attempting to bring my community to the river of originality and truth. I sincerely indulge my readers to seek out the meaning of life through contentment and love: and thereby enrich themselves. This book gives blood to the awareness of lifes condition. It is significant, authentic and absorbing, sharing information and feeling with the human spirit. It highlights some of the fascinating circumstances of life, like a silent marine of the beginning, or the noise and horror of the end. This book shows man struggling to find love by overcoming his fears, suffering in and out of relationships to survive in an uncertain world. The compelling poems delivered here, shows the savagery of human life with bold uniqueness that spans many generations, cultures, and ages of life. It deals with the conflicts, passions, and turbulance of many personages: and highlights, with flamboyance, the shattering horrors and tragedies of modern life. The book makes us think and we become players and witnesses in the dramas of life; as we seek explanation to lifes beauties and mysteries.
Download or read book The Thunder of Angels written by Donnie Williams and published by Chicago Review Press. This book was released on 2006-09-01 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The heroism of those involved in the Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycott is presented here in poignant and thorough detail. The untold stories of those, both black and white, whose lives were forever changed by the boycott are shared, along with a chilling glimpse into the world of the white council members who tried to stop them. In the end, the boycott brought Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to prominence and improved the lives of all black Americans. Based on extensive interviews conducted over decades and culled from thousands of exclusive documents, this behind-the-scenes examination details the history of violence and abuse on the city buses. A look at Martin Luther King Jr.'s trial, an examination of how black and white lawyers worked together to overturn segregation in the courtroom, and even firsthand accounts from the segregationists who bombed the homes of some of Montgomery's most progressive ministers are included. This fast-moving story reads like a legal thriller but is based solely on documented facts and firsthand accounts, presenting the compelling and never-before-told stories of the beginning of the end of segregation.
Download or read book Thunder in the Wind written by Curt Orloff and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2002-12-02 with total page 710 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thunder in the Wind is a historical novel concerning the assimilation reservation American Indians underwent at the turn of the twentieth century. The first part of the work describes how the Assiniboine, and one family in particular, deal with the onslaught of a society that not only was technologically superior, but also thought itself so morally superior it treats the tribe as if it was a hopeless dependent. The second part follows the exploits of the main character as he tries to unite the Plains, Great Basin, and Southwestern tribes in revolt, not to defeat the whites, but to scare them so badly they would restore to the Indians the selfhood they had stolen. Miskaw deals with the same trials Tecumseh experienced early in the previous century while uniting the tribes east of the Mississippi and, in dealing with them learns several truths about himself and the human condition. If not for hubris, the outcome of his endeavor may have been dramatically different.
Download or read book The Thunder of What You Are written by Parfait LaRouche and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-30 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Thunder of What You Are By: Parfait LaRouche Zee Warren wants it all, a great career, great friends, the love of her life, and the ever elusive, peace of mind. She is well on her way of achieving her goals when she falls hard for sexy, powerful and smooth talking, Dean Foster. Dean threatens to unveil parts of Zee she had long since buried and unintentionally expose her hidden truths. Will dark secrets ruin the life that Zee has so carefully created, and protected? Or will she finally come to terms with finding her true voice and accepting who she really is? Join Dean and Zee as they set forth on a roller coaster ride of passion, deceit, betrayal and forgiveness. It is guaranteed to leave you wanting more!
Download or read book Climatology of West Africa written by Derek F. Hayward and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 1987 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Climatology of West Africa presents the first complete overview of West African climate in textbook form. Lucidly illustrated and thoroughly up-to-date, it provides, for the student, a clear synthesis that coherently demonstrates the importance of environmental dependence on climate. The authors' research has been deep and wide-ranging; they have collated material from many hundreds of sources to produce a text which comprehensively describes the climates of the region, explains them in non-technical language, and shows how crucial this knowledge and understanding is to everyday life in West Africa. The book will be of interest to anyone studying West Africa in the context of geography, agriculture, forestry, health, industry and development.
Download or read book Seven Natural Wonders of Africa written by Michael Woods and published by Twenty-First Century Books. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores Zimbabwe's other natural wonders, as well as its history, people, and culture.
Download or read book The Bible and Violence in Africa written by Johannes Hunter and published by University of Bamberg Press. This book was released on 2016-06-07 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Last Frontier The White Man s War for Civilisation in Africa written by E. Alexander Powell and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-02 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: E. Alexander Powell's 'The Last Frontier: The White Man's War for Civilisation in Africa' is a detailed and insightful account of the European colonization of Africa in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Powell's writing style is both engaging and informative, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the political, social, and economic factors that drove the expansion of European powers into Africa. The book delves into the complexities of colonialism and its impact on both the native African populations and the European colonizers, offering a balanced perspective on this controversial period in history. E. Alexander Powell, a renowned journalist and author, draws on his extensive knowledge of African history and politics to present a nuanced analysis of the white man's quest for domination in Africa. His firsthand experiences in the region lend authenticity to his narrative, making 'The Last Frontier' a valuable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. Powell's commitment to uncovering the truth behind the civilizing mission in Africa sets this book apart from other accounts of colonial history. I highly recommend 'The Last Frontier' to anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the complexities of European colonialism in Africa. Powell's meticulous research and compelling storytelling make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the lasting impact of imperialism on the continent.
Download or read book Thunder Cave written by Roland Smith and published by Perfection Learning. This book was released on 1997-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After his mother's death, Jacob set off in search of his father, who is tracking elephants in Kenya, and finds himself in a quest to end the devastating drought in Kenya, and to stop poachers who are slaughtering the last of the great elephant herds.
Download or read book A Military History of Africa written by Timothy J. Stapleton and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2013-10-21 with total page 1024 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed and thorough chronological overview of the history of warfare and military structures in Africa, covering ancient times to the present day. A Military History of Africa achieves a daunting task: it synthesizes decades of specialized academic research and literature—including the most recent material—to offer an accessible survey of Africa's military history, from the earliest times to the present day. The first volume examines the precolonial period beginning with warfare in ancient North Africa including ancient Egypt and Carthage and continues through the cavalry-based Muslim empires of the trans-Sahara trade and the wars of the slave trade in West and East Africa. The second volume focuses on the wars of European colonial conquest and African resistance during the late 19th century, African participation in both world wars, and the early violent struggles for independence from the 1950s and early 1960s. The third volume explores warfare in postcolonial Africa, including coverage of the impact of the global Cold War, conflicts in Southern Africa from the 1960s to 1980s, the development of postcolonial African armed forces, and civil wars sparked by the discovery of precious resources, such as diamonds in Sierra Leone. Readers of this three-volume work will understand how warfare and military structures have been consistently central to the development of African societies.
Download or read book Aids in Africa written by Emily Mogeni and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-07-15 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emily Kwamboka Mogeni is a 33 year old Kenyan American who lives in Eagan Minnesota with her husband Erick and their two young sons Damien and Dylan. She developed her writing interest as early as 5 years old. She went to Kenya’s top girls’ school, The Kenya High School where she excelled in English and Literature. She later moved to the United States to study Computer Science at the State University of New York. She is currently a student at the Minnesota School of Business. Her father, who was her great inspiration died in March 2003 due to throat cancer. Three months later her mother died. This is what gave her the inspiration to write this book and share the story of what many young orphans in Kenya are undergoing. Her book is an insight to the rest of the world about what is happening deep down in the roots of an African village. There are millions of children who will never live to enjoy what the world has to offer due to their HIV status. These children most of whom are very bright and smart suffer quietly while living with their aging grandparents in the poverty stricken villages. Most of them lost their parents soon after birth or before their fifth birthday. This book is a great inspiration to many of these children. All they need is a roof on top of their heads, a warm meal and proper medical care.
