The Final Testament of Jah Rastafari: The Important Utterances of H.I.M. Emperor Haile Sellassie I of Ethiopia 1963-1972
This is a paperback book categorized under Philosophy, Ethiopian Studies, and Rastafari Studies.
Key Details:
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Cover Design: The front cover prominently displays Emperor Haile Sellassie I in formal military regalia, holding a sword. This central photograph is layered over faded background images featuring lions and another portrait of the Emperor. The cover concept and graphic design were created by Roshawn Allen.
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Content: The book compiles the important utterances made by Emperor Haile Sellassie I between the years 1963 and 1972.
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Back Cover Quote: The back cover features a powerful quote emphasizing that individuals and nations must become "masters of our fate" to be free from fears and inferiority. The passage specifically references a conference of African Heads of States as proof of the continent's determination to own its wealth and remove the adjective "dark" from Africa's name.
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Publishers: The book is published by Research Associates School Times Publications and Frontline Distribution Int'L Inc. It is also co-published and distributed in the Caribbean by Miguel Lorne Publishers & Frontline Ltd Jamaica, based in Kingston.
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ISBNs: The publisher text block lists an ISBN of 978-0-948390-92-0. Additionally, the barcode section lists an ISBN-13 of 978-0-948390-51-7 and an ISBN-10 of 0-948390-51-4.