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Naming and Othering in Africa

Imagining Supremacy and Inferiority through Language

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Exploring the intricate relationship between names and power dynamics in Africa, this book delves into how naming practices shape concepts of dominance, subjugation, inclusion, and exclusion. It provides a critical analysis of onomastics, making it a valuable resource for researchers in fields such as social anthropology, sociolinguistics, and African culture and history.

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Naming and Othering in Africa, Sambulo Ndlovu

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2023
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Title
Naming and Othering in Africa
Subtitle
Imagining Supremacy and Inferiority through Language
Language
English
Released
2023
Format
Paperback
Pages
206
ISBN13
9780367773151
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Exploring the intricate relationship between names and power dynamics in Africa, this book delves into how naming practices shape concepts of dominance, subjugation, inclusion, and exclusion. It provides a critical analysis of onomastics, making it a valuable resource for researchers in fields such as social anthropology, sociolinguistics, and African culture and history.