Nigerian Studies: Or The Religious And Political System Of The Yoruba is a book written by Richard Edward Dennett in 1910. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Yoruba people's religious and political system in Nigeria. Dennett, who was an English explorer and ethnographer, spent several years living among the Yoruba people and studying their culture and traditions. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the Yoruba religion, including their beliefs, rituals, and practices. Dennett provides detailed descriptions of the Yoruba gods and goddesses, as well as their myths and legends. He also explores the role of divination and magic in Yoruba culture, and how they are used to solve problems and make important decisions. The second part of the book discusses the Yoruba political system, including their social organization, government, and laws. Dennett explains how the Yoruba people are organized into various clans and kingdoms, each with its own ruler and system of government. He also describes the Yoruba legal system, which is based on a complex system of customs and traditions. Overall, Nigerian Studies: Or The Religious And Political System Of The Yoruba is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the culture and traditions of the Yoruba people. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African history and culture, as well as those interested in the study of religion and politics. 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.
