How Long to Read Community-based Heritage in Africa

How Long Does it Take to Read Community-based Heritage in Africa?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read Community-based Heritage in Africa by Peter R. Schmidt

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This volume provides a powerful alternative to the Western paradigms that have governed archaeological inquiry and heritage studies in Africa. Community-based Heritage Research in Africa boldly shifts focus away from top-down community engagements, usually instigated by elite academic and heritage institutions, to examine locally initiated projects. Schmidt explores how and why local research initiatives, which are often motivated by rapid culture change caused by globalization, arose among the Haya people of western Tanzania. In particular, the trauma of HIV/AIDS resulted in the loss of elders who had performed oral traditions and rituals at sacred places, the two most recognized forms of heritage among the Haya as well as distinct alternatives to the authorized heritage discourse favored around the globe. Examining three local initiatives, Schmidt draws on his experience as an anthropologist invited to collaborate and co-produce with the Haya to provide a poignant rendering of the successes, conflicts, and failures that punctuated their participatory community research efforts. This frank appraisal privileges local voices and focuses attention on the unique and important contributions that such projects can make to the preservation of regional history. Through this blend of personalized narrative and analytical examination, the book provides fresh insights into African archaeology and heritage studies.

How long is Community-based Heritage in Africa?

Community-based Heritage in Africa by Peter R. Schmidt is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Community-based Heritage in Africa Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read Community-based Heritage in Africa aloud.

What Reading Level is Community-based Heritage in Africa?

Community-based Heritage in Africa is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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