Marty, Paul 1882-1938 creator text utu 2013 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Études sur l'Islam et les tribus Maures: Les Brakna" by Paul Marty is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the origins, invasions, and sociopolitical dynamics of the Brakna region in Mauritania, focusing on the interconnections between different tribes and the influence of Islam over time. It provides an in-depth examination of the Berber and Arab influences that shaped the history of this area, reflecting on ancient traditions and genealogies. The opening of the book introduces readers to the foundational aspects of Mauritanian history, specifically addressing the early settlements and conflicts involving the Bafour people and subsequent invasions by Berber and Arab tribes. It discusses the cultural and social dynamics of the region, including the interactions between Berbers and the enslaved populations they encountered. As the narrative progresses, Marty presents the historical lineage and immense complexity of the Brakna tribes, laying the groundwork for detailed discussions of tribal dominance and the evolution of tribal identities within the broader Islamic framework in Mauritania. This opening sets the stage for an exploration into the intricate history of the region that is both rich and multifaceted. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-12-22 Produced by Fritz Ohrenschall, Hans Pieterse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Brakna DT Original publication data not identified 67052345 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44488 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44488 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134024.0 44488