The Berber identity movement in North Africa was pioneered by the Kabyles of Algeria. But a preoccupation with identity and language has obscured the fact that Kabyle dissidence has been rooted in democratic aspirations inspired by the political traditions of Kabylia itself; a Berber-speaking region in the north of Algeria. The political organisation of pre-colonial Kabylia; from which these traditions originate; was well described by nineteenth-century French authors. But their inability to explain it encouraged later theorists of Berber society; such as Ernest Gellner and Pierre Bourdieu; to dismiss Kabylia's political institutions; notably the jema'a (assembly or council); and to reduce Berber politics to a function of social structure and shared religion. In Berber Government; Hugh Roberts; a renowned expert on North Africa; explores the remarkable logics of Kabyle political organisation and the unusual degree of autonomy it possessed in relation to both kinship divisions and the religious field. This book further offers a pioneering account of the social and political history of Kabylia during the Ottoman period and establishes a radically new way to understand the complex place of the Kabyles in Algerian politics.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Accurate and Digestible Church History / looking at the power of Christ over the centuries.By VathinkerNumber of Church history books don't start out in a way which gives a person an understanding of basic terms and puts the reader on the map of history of mankind. Dr. Needham does an excellent job of giving the reader an excellent start in understanding Christian Church History. Also; a balanced approach is given for understanding the events which surround the historical person and their doctrine (faith) and their corresponding practice (Christian life). Dr. Needham brings up the heretical doctrines and practices and the defense of the Biblical truth as it is played out in the historical past. It is refreshing to read and even know that there is nothing new under the sun. Old heretical doctrines and practices reemerge in new paint and a new sign; but of essence is the same heretical error in the past of Christian Church history. One other thought: is that it is amazing how Biblical Truths and the work of the Holy Spirit in the true Church still shows up in defense of the truth in faith and life by men who delight in the Word of God and submit in obedience to the Word and Holy Spirit in their mind; spirit and life. Of the church histories I have read and studied; I would put "2000 Years of Christ's Power" first to read even for a person who has little or no knowledge of any history at all. Also; impress by the careful historical accuracy to true historical events and truths. Yes; it is a worthwhile gift for a brand new believer; historian; a Seminary Student; Instructor; or a Pastor of many decades. Enjoy!0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy CustomerGreat book!0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy CustomerWas an excellent purchase and will do it again.
