Akintunde Akinyemi

The Yoruba people today number more than 30 million strong, with significant numbers in the United States, Nigeria, Europe and Brazil. This landmark reference work emphasizes Yoruba history, geography and demography, language and linguistics, literature, philosophy, religion and art.  The 285 entries include biographies of prominent Yoruba figures, artists and authors, the histories and political institutions, and the impact of technology and media, urban living, and contemporary culture of Yoruba people worldwide. Written by Yoruba experts on all continents, this encyclopedia provides comprehensive background to the global Yoruba and their distinct and vibrant history and culture.