Olupona, Jacob K. (Jacob Kẹhinde), 1951- creator text New York Oxford University Press 2014 1st monographic xxiv, 152 Pages 17X11 cm PB What are African religions? African Religions: A Very Short Introduction answers this question by examining primarily indigenous religious traditions on the African continent, as well as exploring Christianity and Islam. It focuses on the diversity of ethnic groups, languages, cultures, and worldviews, emphasizing the continent's regional diversity. Olupona examines a wide range of African religious traditions on their own terms and in their social, cultural, and political contexts. For example, the book moves beyond ethnographic descriptions and interpretations of core beliefs and practices to look at how African religion has engaged issues of socioeconomic development and power relations. Include Illustrations and Index Jacob K Olupona Africa -- Religion. Africa -- Religious life and customs. Religion and culture -- Africa. religious traditions 299.6 9780199790586