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The Life of WalattaPetros: A SeventeenthCentury Biography of an African Woman, Concise Edition,Used
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This is the student teaching edition of a book translated into English for the first time, The Life of WalattaPetros (1672), which tells the story of an Ethiopian saint who lived from 1592 to 1642 and led a successful nonviolent movement to preserve African Christian beliefs in the face of European protocolonialism. This is the oldestknown booklength biography of an African woman written by Africans before the nineteenth century, and one of the earliest stories of African resistance to European influence. Written by her disciples after her death, The Life of WalattaPetros praises her as a friend of women, a devoted reader, a skilled preacher, and a radical leader, providing a rare picture of the experiences and thoughts of Africansespecially womenbefore the modern era. In addition to an authoritative and highly readable translation, this edition, which omits the notes and scholarly apparatus of the hardcover, features a new introduction aimed at students and general readers.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Life of Walatta-Petros'? A: The main theme is the story of Walatta-Petros, an Ethiopian saint, and her nonviolent movement to preserve African Christian beliefs against European colonialism.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author is Galawdewos, who wrote the biography after the death of Walatta-Petros.
- Q: What makes this edition unique? A: This edition is a concise student teaching version, translated into English for the first time, and omits notes and scholarly apparatus for easier reading.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 27, 2018.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 168 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, the edition is tailored for students and general readers with a new introduction that aids understanding.
- Q: What historical significance does this book hold? A: It is the oldest-known book-length biography of an African woman written by Africans, highlighting early African resistance to European influence.
- Q: What are the key highlights of Walatta-Petros's life? A: Key highlights include her role as a friend of women, a skilled preacher, and a radical leader dedicated to preserving African Christian traditions.
- Q: Is there any special content for educators in this edition? A: Yes, the edition includes a new introduction aimed at helping educators and students engage with the material more effectively.