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Sun, Sand and Somals

Sun, Sand and Somals

Rayne, Henry A.

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African HistoryAnthropologyAfrica

ISBN10: 1023367912
ISBN13: 9781023367912
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 120
Weight: 0.77
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Sun, Sand and Somals: Leaves from the note-book of a District Commissioner in British Somaliland offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era of colonial life in East Africa. H. Rayne's observations, drawn from his experiences as a District Commissioner, provide a fascinating historical record of British Somaliland and the Somali people.

This meticulously prepared print edition presents firsthand accounts of daily life, cultural encounters, and the challenges of governance in this remote corner of the British Empire. Explore the social and cultural landscape of early 20th-century Somaliland through the eyes of a man on the ground, chronicling his interactions with the local population. A valuable resource for those interested in the history of East Africa, British colonial administration, and anthropological studies of Somali culture. Delve into a world of sun, sand, and the stories of a people shaped by their environment and the forces of empire.

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