BOOKS by Carol Beckwith

African Ceremonies more books like this

by Carol Beckwith, Angela Fisher

Overflowing with nearly 850 magnificent photos, this two-volume work explores traditional African rites and rituals, from baby namings, initiations, and weddings to harvest blessings, healing exorcisms, and funerals. 45 maps.

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Nomads of Niger more books like this

by Carol Beckwith, Marion Van Offelen

Carol Beckwith, photographer also of Abrams' highly acclaimed books Maasai and African Ark, made this extraordinary book about the nomadic Wodaabe of Niger. The dramatic narrative follows a herdsman, his family, and kinsmen through a year's journey in parched, sub-Saharan Africa, culminating in a beautiful sequence of festive dances.

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African Ark more books like this

by Graham Hancock, Angela Fisher (Photographer), Carol Beckwith

Photographers Carol Beckwith and Angela Fisher have teamed up with well-known journalist Graham Hancock to offer this visually stunning and informative look at the diverse cultures of one of Africa's most fascinating regions. The Horn of Africa--which comprises all of Ethiopia, part of Kenya, the Sudan and Somalia, and the enclave of Djibouti--is ...

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Faces of Africa more books like this

by Carol Beckwith, Angela Fisher (From an idea by)

Two preeminent photographers present their newest masterwork--a stunningly beautiful collection of their portraits from across the African continent. 120 full-color photos.

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Passages: Photographs in Africa more books like this

by Carol Beckwith, Angela Fisher

Culled from the authors' monumental two-volume "African Ceremonies", the 89 images in this book are dramatic, intimate portraits of African rituals, spanning the entire continent. The artwork is now being exhibited at the Brooklyn Museum of Art. Full color.

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Maasai. more books like this

by Carol Beckwith

"" The author recounts ancient Maasai legends and songs, and powerfully describes the vivid ceremonies that mark the passages in Maasai life....Everyday tribal life and the ceremonial high points are photographed with a clarity and eye for drama that make Maasai a breathtaking experience"."

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Maasai more books like this

by Ole Saitoti, Tepilit O Saitoti, Carol Beckwith (Photographer)

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Maasai more books like this

by Tepilit Ole Saitoti, Carol Beckwith

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Don't Shoot!: We May Both Be on the Same Side more books like this

by Kathy Beckwith, Carol Henderson (Illustrator)

Do you want to see your students really use violence prevention skills at school? "Don't Shoot!" starts with ten powerful problem solving skills including: listening, talking in turn, describing and attacking the problem, consensus building, and making amends. Then they put that knowledge into action-in negotiation, class meetings, and mediation. ...

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African ark : peoples of the Horn more books like this

by Carol Beckwith, Angela Fisher, Graham Hancock

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If You Choose Not to Hit: A Dozen Skills That Make Kids Powerful Problem-Solvers more books like this

by Kathy Beckwith, Carol Henderson (Illustrator)

Children can learn a better way of problem-solving if they are encouraged to do it, shown how to do it, and see that it really works. In this delightfully illustrated book, elementary age children will find other kids who deal effectively with real-life, challenging scenarios. The author also treats us to rollicking rhyme and a cast of charming ...

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