It takes the average reader 4 hours and 17 minutes to read Religions in Contemporary Africa by Laura S. Grillo
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
Religions in Contemporary Africa is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the three main religious traditions on the African continent, African indigenous religions, Christianity and Islam. The book provides a historical overview of these important traditions and focuses on the roles they play in African societies today. It includes social, cultural and political case studies from across the continent on the following topical issues: Witchcraft and modernity Power and politics Conflict and peace Media and popular culture Development Human rights Illness and health Gender and sexuality With suggestions for further reading, discussion questions, illustrations and a list of glossary terms this is the ideal textbook for students in religion, African studies and adjacent fields approaching this subject area for the first time.
Religions in Contemporary Africa by Laura S. Grillo is 249 pages long, and a total of 64,491 words.
This makes it 84% the length of the average book. It also has 79% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 52 minutes to read Religions in Contemporary Africa aloud.
Religions in Contemporary Africa is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
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