The Dogon Religion & Animals
[ send me this paper ]
A 10 page research paper which explores the animistic aspect of religious belief in this primitive African culture. The writer discusses the role that animals play in Dogon rituals which predict the future, and also gives a possible explanation for the mystery surrounding the impressive knowledge of this primitive tribe regarding the star cluster which makes up the 'dog star,' Sirius A and B. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Dogon.rtf

Dancing Skeletons : A Comparison of the Culture in Mali and the United States
[ send me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which discusses the book 'Dancing Skeletons: Life and Death in West Africa' by Katherine Dettwyler, and compares the cultural lifestyle of the people in Mali with that of the people in the United States. While the severity of the ignorance and existence of realities such as malnutrition is much less in the United States than it is in Mali, such conditions do exist here in this country. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAskelet.wps

Mali's Economic & Political Systems / Then & Now
[ send me this paper ]
A 14 page report that traces the origins of the Mali Empire from inception to the modern African republic. The decline of a wealthy, prosperous state to one that is riddled with poverty and hardship is discussed in terms of governmental structures and economic conditions. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Mali.wps

Mali, Songhay, and Ghana / Comparison and Contrast between them and other Civilizations
[ send me this paper ]
In 5 pages, the author discusses Mali, Songhay, and Ghana and makes a comparison/contrast between those empires of Africa and other civilizations. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PCmsghis.doc