'Tradition and Change in Ghana: An Introduction to Sociology' by G.K. Nukunya

A new fully revised and updated edition of this standard Ghanaian sociology text, to take account of the many developments which took place in the country towards the end of the twentieth century: transition from military to constitutional rule, a new constitution, and democratic change of government. The thesis, and starting point is that thorough knowledge of traditional life and institutions is required to fully understand contemporary Ghanaian society and appreciate its problems.