Ghana's North is a compilation on the region uniting fifteen interdisciplinary articles that
provide case studies from the numerous ethnic groups. The central focus is on aspects of
adaptation of Northern Ghanaian cultures in view of the rapid change of the natural and
cultural environment. The topics range from economic developments migration conflicts and
peace restoration land rights political controversies religious phenomena and cultural
expression through narratives music and language. An introductory chapter relates the history
of research in Northern Ghana including a bibliography on the most important sources.
