The Baganda

The Baganda: An Account Of Their Native Customs And Beliefs is a book written by John Roscoe that provides a comprehensive description of the Baganda people, their culture, and beliefs. The Baganda are the largest ethnic group in Uganda, and this book provides a detailed account of their history, social organization, religious practices, and traditional customs.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Baganda life. The first chapter provides an overview of the Baganda people, their language, and their geographical location. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into their social organization, including their political system, family structure, and gender roles.The book also discusses the Baganda's religious beliefs and practices, including their belief in a supreme being and their worship of ancestral spirits. It further explores their traditional customs, such as marriage ceremonies, funeral rites, and initiation rites.Throughout the book, Roscoe draws on his personal experiences of living among the Baganda people, as well as his extensive research into their customs and beliefs. The Baganda: An Account Of Their Native Customs And Beliefs is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Baganda people, as well as those interested in African history and anthropology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.