Rare trilingual publication: officially Kinyarwanda, English and French. Content: Geography / History / Daily life / The habitat / Food sources / Clothing / Crafts / Weapons / Games and leisure. Rwanda. Its Cultural Heritage. Past and Present is a richly illustrated standard work on the cultural heritage of Rwanda. Compiled by Célestin Kanimba Misago and Lode Van Pee, the book provides a broad overview of the country's tangible and intangible culture. From an archaeological, historical, and ethnographic perspective, the origins and development of Rwandan society are highlighted, as well as the traditions that have shaped the national heritage. The publication covers, among other things, the formation of the historical Kingdom of Rwanda, traditional domestic culture, agriculture and livestock farming, ceramics, basket weaving, metalworking, music, dance, ceremonial customs, royal regalia, and religious traditions. Numerous high-quality color photographs illustrate the collections of the national museums and showcase the richness of Rwandan art and crafts. Thanks to the trilingual edition?English, French, and Kinyarwanda?the book is intended both for an international audience and for the promotion of the national heritage within Rwanda. This first edition was published in 2008 by the Institute of National Museums of Rwanda and is considered one of the most important overviews of Rwanda's cultural heritage. The book was compiled by archaeologist Célestin Kanimba Misago, former director of the national museums, together with anthropologist Lode Van Pee, who was active in Rwanda for many years in the fields of museology and heritage conservation. The publication is internationally regarded as an essential reference for researchers, museums, and collectors of African art and culture. (AI-generated content description)