description: The significance of messages contained in Xhosa beadwork is examined in this beautifully illustrated publication. The author traces the historical background of beadwork from early times to the present-day significance of this unique art form. The wonderful richness and diversity of the Xhosa people become evident when the various messages are explained to the reader.
language: English
title: Not Only For Its Beauty: Beadwork And Its Cultural Significance Among The Xhosa Speaking Peoples
titlecomplete: Not Only For Its Beauty: Beadwork And Its Cultural Significance Among The Xhosa Speaking Peoples
publisher: University of South Africa