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Maasai

by Tepilit Saitoti, Carol Beckwith

This photographic and ethnographic study documents the traditional life and ancient customs of the Maasai people of Kenya. Through rich colour photographs and text, it details their daily work, rites of passage, legends, and ceremonies.

Accession 652 ISBN 9780002721639 Publisher Harvill
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