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Aims and Scope of African Studies Review
The African Studies Review is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering African studies. The journal also publishes book and film reviews. The journal was established in 1958 as the African Studies Bulletin, obtaining its current name in 1970. The editor-in-chief is Benjamin N. Lawrance (University of Arizona); the Deputy Editor is Cajetan Iheka (Yale University). Less
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1.02
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Tri-annual |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Tri-annual |
| Publication Start Year | 1958 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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