Aimed at students and general readers, this volume provides a basic understanding of the culture and customs of Angola. In the introduction, Oyebade (history, Tennessee State U.) briefly recounts Angola's history and supplies information on the country's geography, economy, and politics. Subsequent chapters focus on areas such as religion, literature, architecture, leisure activities, gender roles, and music. Supplemental materials include a chronology, glossary, and suggestions for further reading. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)