ABSTRACT

This widely-acclaimed book on a troubled period of Kenyan history summarizes some of the more important Kikuyu customs, and a discussion of their break-down under the impact of European civilization. This discussion illustrates why and how the Mau Mau came into being and how the situation could be improved so that peace could once again come to Kenya.

chapter I|10 pages

The Kikuyu and their Land

chapter II|8 pages

Marriage Customs

chapter III|9 pages

Initiation Ceremonies and Education

chapter IV|11 pages

Social Organization

chapter V|8 pages

Religious Beliefs

chapter VI|10 pages

Magic: White and Black

chapter VII|11 pages

The Coming of the European

chapter VIII|10 pages

Changes in the Present Century

chapter IX|8 pages

The Breakdown of Tribal Customs

chapter X|9 pages

Kikuyu Political Movements

chapter XI|10 pages

The Growth of Mau Mau

chapter XII|14 pages

Outlook for the Future