Author Description
Shehus of Kukawa: A History of the Al-Kanemi Dynasty of Bornu provides a comprehensive examination of the political and social history of the Al-Kanemi dynasty, which rose to prominence in the Lake Chad region during the 19th century. Louis Brehner explores the rise of the shehus, their consolidation of power, and their role in navigating the complex geopolitical environment of the era.
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THE THESIS
This work investigates the political evolution and administrative legacy of the Al-Kanemi dynasty within the Bornu Empire. Louis Brehner examines the transition of power from the Sefuwa dynasty to the Al-Kanemi shehus, utilizing archival records and oral histories to reconstruct the socio-political landscape of the Lake Chad region. The text argues that the dynasty's survival and influence were predicated on a unique synthesis of Islamic scholarship and pragmatic military governance.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A detailed chronological account of the Al-Kanemi dynasty from the early 19th century to the colonial transition.
- Analysis of the administrative reforms and religious policies implemented by the shehus.
- Primary source evidence derived from local chronicles and colonial-era diplomatic correspondence.
- Examination of the geopolitical challenges posed by regional rivals and European expansion.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Historians recognize this text as a comprehensive reference for the study of the Bornu Empire's later period. Scholars frequently note the author's meticulous attention to genealogical detail and the integration of diverse source materials.
Page Count:
156
Publication Date:
1973-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford at the Clarendon Press
ISBN-10:
0198216815
ISBN-13:
9780198216810
History
Biography
Political History
African history
Bornu -- History
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