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Omuo-Ekiti : Continuity and change in the social organisation of a peasant society in the Ondo State of Nigeria. (1978)
Thesis
Ademola, A. Omuo-Ekiti : Continuity and change in the social organisation of a peasant society in the Ondo State of Nigeria. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

This thesis is concerned with continuity and change in the social organisation of Omuo-Ekiti, a predominantly rural and peasant community in the North East of the old Western Region of Nigeria. It focuses on the dialectical relationship between kinsh... Read More about Omuo-Ekiti : Continuity and change in the social organisation of a peasant society in the Ondo State of Nigeria..

The intellectual development of Wu Zhihui: A reflection of society and politics in late Qing and Republican China. (1978)
Thesis
Clifford, P. G. The intellectual development of Wu Zhihui: A reflection of society and politics in late Qing and Republican China. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

This thesis analyses the development of Wu Zhihui's ideas and their social and political application until 1927. Through this biographical approach the intention is to also reach out and achieve an understanding of his contemporaries and so come to b... Read More about The intellectual development of Wu Zhihui: A reflection of society and politics in late Qing and Republican China..

The written syntax of a group of deaf English children with a discussion of the methodological and theoretical problems involved in the study. (1978)
Thesis
Ivimey, G. P. The written syntax of a group of deaf English children with a discussion of the methodological and theoretical problems involved in the study. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

Previous investigations of the language skills and performance of children suffering from severe or profound auditory disability have yielded conflicting results. Some research workers have asserted that the deaf have no language and may even lack th... Read More about The written syntax of a group of deaf English children with a discussion of the methodological and theoretical problems involved in the study..

Mannerism in Arabic literature: A structural analysis of selected poetry 3rd century AH/9th century AD-5th century AH/11th century AD. (1978)
Thesis
Sperl, S. Mannerism in Arabic literature: A structural analysis of selected poetry 3rd century AH/9th century AD-5th century AH/11th century AD. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

The thesis contains six chapters; introduction, four chapters on selected works by four poets, and conclusion. The Arabic texts discussed are added as an appendix and numbered from I to XIX. Chapter One discusses the form and function of the panegyri... Read More about Mannerism in Arabic literature: A structural analysis of selected poetry 3rd century AH/9th century AD-5th century AH/11th century AD..

The Creed of Islam (1978)
Book
Abdel-Haleem, M. (1978). The Creed of Islam. World of Islam Festival Trust

Land Law and Policy in Zambia. (1978)
Thesis
Mvunga, M. P. Land Law and Policy in Zambia. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

This thesis discusses the evolution of the land tenure system of Zambia over the years 1924 to 1975. This is done by tracing the development of government land policies from the establishment of the Colonial Office rule (superseding the British South... Read More about Land Law and Policy in Zambia..

Law and Order in Oudh, 1856-77. (1978)
Thesis
Trivedi, D. B. Law and Order in Oudh, 1856-77. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

This thesis presents a study of the problems of law and order and the branches of the administration which tackled them in Oudh from its annexation in 1856 until its amalgamation with the North-Western Provinces in 1877, It has been demonstrated that... Read More about Law and Order in Oudh, 1856-77..

Legal Aspects of Public Enterprise in India and Tanzania: A Comparative Study. (1978)
Thesis
Sen, A. Legal Aspects of Public Enterprise in India and Tanzania: A Comparative Study. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

This thesis compares the legal aspects of public enterprise In India and Tanzania, with references to the United Kingdom. It considers the politico-economic philosophy adopted and practised by each country and the role of public enterprise in the pur... Read More about Legal Aspects of Public Enterprise in India and Tanzania: A Comparative Study..

The Mitaksara Birthright: A Comparative Study in the Light of Anticipated Legislation in India. (1978)
Thesis
Mukhopadhyay, A. P. The Mitaksara Birthright: A Comparative Study in the Light of Anticipated Legislation in India. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

This thesis is primarily about the relevancy of the Mitaksara birthright, the pivot of the juridical Hindu joint family, in the context of codification of a uniform Civil Code or Code of Family Law in India. It also represents an enquiry into the ori... Read More about The Mitaksara Birthright: A Comparative Study in the Light of Anticipated Legislation in India..

Soseki's Development as a Novelist Until 1907, With Special Reference to the Genesis, Nature and Position in His Work of "Kusa Makura". (1978)
Thesis
Turney, A. J. Soseki's Development as a Novelist Until 1907, With Special Reference to the Genesis, Nature and Position in His Work of "Kusa Makura". (Thesis). SOAS University of London

Natsume Soseki was a student of both Chinese and English literature. From his study of the former he conceived a love for kanshi (Chinese poems) and from the latter a conviction that Oriental poetry was in general superior to its Occidental counterpa... Read More about Soseki's Development as a Novelist Until 1907, With Special Reference to the Genesis, Nature and Position in His Work of "Kusa Makura"..

The Industrial Development of Bengal 1900-1939: An Examination of the Economic Features of an Underdeveloped Area. (1978)
Thesis
Iftikhar-ul-Awwal, A. Z. M. The Industrial Development of Bengal 1900-1939: An Examination of the Economic Features of an Underdeveloped Area. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

This thesis examines the industrial experience of Bengal during the period from 1900 to 1939 with particular emphasis on the role of the government as the main instrument for growth. While Chapter I builds up the case for industrial development, Chap... Read More about The Industrial Development of Bengal 1900-1939: An Examination of the Economic Features of an Underdeveloped Area..

Personal Liberty and the Law in the New Commonwealth: A Comparative Survey. (1978)
Thesis
Singh, T. N. Personal Liberty and the Law in the New Commonwealth: A Comparative Survey. (Thesis). SOAS University of London

The structural scheme of this study may be briefly explained as follows: Part I: Foundations of Personal Liberty: This part contains the Introduction and Chapter 1. The special features of the methodology of this study - the introduction of what you... Read More about Personal Liberty and the Law in the New Commonwealth: A Comparative Survey..