{"product_id":"the-red-road-visit-to-west-africa-a-journey-through-the-soul-sound-and-spirit-of-west-africa-9798246001219","title":"The red road, \"visit to west Africa\": a journey through the soul, sound, and spirit of west Africa","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Daniel Roy\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Africa - West\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Red Earth Road: A Journey Across West Africa\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne Road. Ten Countries. A Million Stories.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat does it feel like to stand at the \"Door of No Return\" in Benin, then lose yourself in the neon pulse of a Lagos nightclub just hours later? How does the sound of an ancient 21-string Kora transform into the global bass of Afrobeats?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this immersive travelogue, you will: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNavigate the Contrast: \u003c\/b\u003e Explore the sharp divide between the \"Mainland\" grit and \"Island\" glamour of Nigeria's Giant, Lagos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaste the Tradition: \u003c\/b\u003e Settle the legendary Jollof Wars and discover the secret spices of the Pepper Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWear the History: \u003c\/b\u003e Uncover the hidden language of Kente cloth and the high-fashion \"power moves\" of the Senegalese Grand Boubou.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTouch the Spirit: \u003c\/b\u003e Step into the mystical world of Vodun in Togo and the high-altitude serenity of the Guinean highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Red Earth Road\u003c\/b\u003e is an invitation to see West Africa through the eyes of those who call it home. It is a celebration of resilience, a map of hidden wonders, and a testament to the fact that the most vibrant road on earth is the one right beneath your feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Read This Book?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever felt that the world's map has a \"missing piece,\" this book is the bridge. Whether you are a seasoned traveler, a lover of global culture, or a curious soul looking for the next great story, \u003cb\u003eThe Red Earth Road\u003c\/b\u003e will leave you with the scent of salt and woodsmoke in your nose and the rhythm of the Atlantic in your heart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47570903072919,"sku":"9798246001219","price":1237.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798246001219.webp?v=1774885050","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-red-road-visit-to-west-africa-a-journey-through-the-soul-sound-and-spirit-of-west-africa-9798246001219","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}