Somalia A Country Study - Paperback

Somalia A Country Study is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth analysis of the history, culture, politics, economy, and society of Somalia. The book is written by the Federal Research Division, a research arm of the Library of Congress, and is designed to provide a detailed understanding of the country for policymakers, scholars, and the general public.The book begins with an overview of Somalia's geography, climate, and natural resources. It then delves into the country's history, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the present day. The book covers the era of colonialism, the struggle for independence, and the turbulent years of civil war and political instability.The book also examines Somalia's political system, including its constitution, political parties, and government structure. It analyzes the country's foreign relations, including its relationships with neighboring countries, the Arab world, and the international community.The book provides a detailed analysis of Somalia's economy, including its agriculture, industry, and trade. It also examines the country's social structure, including its ethnic and religious diversity, education system, and health care system.Throughout the book, the authors provide a balanced and objective analysis of Somalia's strengths and weaknesses, as well as its opportunities and challenges. They also provide insights into the country's culture and traditions, including its literature, music, and art.Overall, Somalia A Country Study is a comprehensive and authoritative resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this complex and fascinating country.The overwhelming majority of Somalis trace their genealogical origin to the mythical founding father, Samaale or Samaal. Even those clan-families, such as the Digil and Rahanwayn in southern Somalia, whose members in many cases do not trace their lineage directly to Samaal, readily identify themselves as Somalis, thereby accepting the primacy of Samaal as the forebear of the Somali people. By language, traditions, and way of life, the Somalis share kinship with other members of the Eastern Cushitic groups of the Horn of Africa, including the Oromo, who constitute roughly 50 percent of the population of Ethiopia.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.