Despite high degrees of cultural and ethnic diversity as well as prevailing political instability, Guinea-Bissau's population has developed a strong sense of national belonging. By examining both contemporary and historical perspectives, A Creole Nation explores how creole identity, culture, and political leaders have influenced postcolonial nation-building processes in Guinea-Bissau, and the ways in which the phenomenon of cultural creolization results in the emergence of new identities
A Creole Nation -- Contents -- Illustrations -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Chapter 1 - Guineau-Bissau: A Creole Nation? -- Chapter 2 - Creole Identity in Guineau-Bissau -- Chapter 3 - Building the Nation -- Conclusion -- Interviews -- Bibliography -- Index
Despite high degrees of cultural and ethnic diversity as well as prevailing political instability, Guinea-Bissau's population has developed a strong sense of national belonging. By examining both contemporary and historical perspectives, A Creole Nation explores how creole identity, culture, and political leaders have influenced postcolonial nation-building processes in Guinea-Bissau, and the ways in which the phenomenon of cultural creolization results in the emergence of new identities.
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