Gada: three approaches to the study of African society

By:
Asmerom Legesse
Year Published:
1973
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In "Gada: Three Approaches to the Study of African Society", A. Legese (Ph.D), explores the Gada system of the Oromo people from three distinct perspectives: anthropological, historical, and sociopolitical. The book analyzes the Gada system's intricate structure, age-set organization, and its impact on social and political life. It provides insights into how the Gada system has influenced Oromo culture, governance, and identity, highlighting its importance as a model of indigenous African democracy and social organization.

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