Throughout the book, Imbo's choice of issues and exposition of pro and con positions is excellent. He writes clearly and without jargon. As a concise and readable introduction to African philosophy, I can think of no better text.

Albert Mosley, professor of philosophy, Smith College, Teaching Philosophy

Scholars in history, literature and cultural studies should find this book very useful as both a teaching tool and reference tool . . . There is essentially no work like this. It should have wide market appeal and be useable in a wide variety of academic contexts. The study questions at the end of each chapter are really useful.

Bill E. Lawson, Michigan State University

A helpful companion to any of the excellent anthologies currently available. It would fill a gap for a brief accessible introductory text. There is no other text I know of that does what this author does at the introductory level . . . The book could be used in any of these courses: Topics in African Philosophy, and African-American Philosophy . . .

Jeffrey Crawford, Central State University

Well organized. . .

T.L. Lott, San Jose State University, Choice Reviews

As an introductory text to African philosopy, Imbo's book is commendable for two reasons. First, it has great simplicity, clarity, and elegance. Second, it panoramically explores, analyzes, and synthesizes several key issues within African philosophy. . . . Imbo's volume will be an indispensible companion for those studying African philosophy and a necessary addition for any library monitoring the subject.

F. Ochieng-Odhiambo, University of Nairobi, International Philosophical Quarterly

Dr. Imbo's book provides a thoughtful survey of the controversies regarding the nature of African philosophy that have been raging among African philosophers in the last thirty years or so. The writing is clear and the approach, by comparison with some of the literature covered, calm . . . This book should give students a smooth introduction to the study of African philosophy and supply scholars with considerable food for thought.

Kwasi Wiredu, University of South Florida