Glossary of Kikuyu and Swahili Terms used in Text

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents vii
3. Acknowledgements x
4. List of Abbreviations xii
5. Glossary of Kikuyu and Swahili Terms used in Text xiv
6. Maps xvi
7. Introduction 1
8. One The Genesis of the Squatter Community, 1905-18 8
9. Two Settlers and Squatters: Conflict of Interests 1918-37 35
10. Three Social Organisation among Squatters 74
11. Four The Crisis: Decline in Squatter Welfare 1938-48 96
12. Five Politics of Protest: Mau Mau 125
13. Six The Post Mau Mau Period: The Independence Bargain and the Plight of the Squatters, 1955-63 162
14. Conclusion 179
15. List of Informants 182
16. Biographical Notes on Key Informants 184
17. Select Bibliography 188
18. Index 199