Joseph Towles: Makere University
Scope and Contents
Includes material from Towles' studies at Makerere University in Uganda related to anthropology, sociology, social structure, religious studies, and political anthropology, 1965-1967. Includes papers written by Towles, class notes, exams, and field notes; various scholarly and general university publications such as faculty handbooks; and materials related to travel and living arrangements while at Makerere. Also includes note cards affiliated with his Makerere University dissertation: Nkumbi Initiation: Ritual and Structure Among the Mbo of Zaire,
1979.
Dates
- Creation: 1949-1979
Creator
- From the Collection: Towles, Joseph A. (Person)
- From the Collection: Turnbull, Colin M. (Person)
Language of Materials
Material is in English
Access Restrictions
This collection has restrictions to access. For more information, please read the collection inventory or contact the Avery Research Center: (843) 953-7609.
Extent
From the Series: 11.5 linear feet
Repository Details
Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository
125 Bull Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424 United States
843-953-7608
averyresearchcenter@cofc.edu