The politics of heritage management in Mali :: from UNESCO to Djenné /

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Djenné, in modern day Mali, is exalted as an enduring wonder of the ancient African world by archaeologists, anthropologists, state officials, architects and travel writers. In this revealing study, the author critically examines how the politics of heritage manage...

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1. Verfasser: Joy, Charlotte, 1977-
Format: Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: Walnut Creek, Calif. : Left Coast Press, Inc., 2011.
Schriftenreihe:Publications of the Institute of Archaeology, University College London.
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Zusammenfassung:The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Djenné, in modern day Mali, is exalted as an enduring wonder of the ancient African world by archaeologists, anthropologists, state officials, architects and travel writers. In this revealing study, the author critically examines how the politics of heritage management, conservation, and authenticity play essential roles in the construction of Djenné's past and its appropriation for contemporary purposes. Despite its great renown, the majority of local residents remain desperately poor. And while most are proud of their cultural heritage, they are often troubl.
Beschreibung:1 online resource
Bibliographie:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781611320961
1611320968

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