Africa, the cradle of civilization, is home to more than a thousand indigenous tribes, each with unique traditions and identities. Featuring twelve images by internationally acclaimed photographer Art Wolfe, this calendar focuses on the strength and beauty of African women from several different cultures—the Samburu and Kikuyu of Kenya; the Tuareg, Bambara, and Dogon of Mali; the Maasai of Kenya and Tanzania; the Hamar of Ethiopia; and the Himba of Namibia. Brief descriptions accompany each photograph, providing glimpses into the lives of these remarkable women of the African ark. Photographs by Art Wolfe. Size: 12 x 13 in.; opens to 12 x 26 in. ISBN 978-0-7649-4811-4. L451$13.99 Sample Caption for Women of the African Ark CalendarSamburu woman, Samburu Hills, Kenya Retaining traditional roots, the women of the nomadic Samburu in northern Kenya color themselves with bright red and accessorize with multiple layers of beadwork, as evidenced by this woman’s earrings, necklaces, and headdress. Bracelets of similar construct are often worn, too. Household roles for Samburu females include collecting water, gathering wood, milking livestock (cattle, goats, sheep, and camels), and maintaining the portable houses—pole frames covered with animal hides, grass matting, and mud. Young Samburu women, like their brothers, undergo significant rites of passage. All of our pictures enlarge; click on any picture for a closer look. Text & images protected by copyright. Join for Our Monthly E-mail Newsletter Private list, unsubscribe any time. View e-mail archive Home | Customer Service Center | Ordering Information