Engendering Humanism in French West Africa: Patriarchy and the Paradox of Empire.

The article discusses the putative paradox between the French humanism and its imperial administration of West Africa during the early 20th the century. Particular focus is given to the French applying the principles regarding patriarchy and gender in West Africa. The article often references the book "La Famille en AOF—Condition de la femme," (also referred to as the "Savineau Report") by Denise Savineau. The French's study of West African ethnography is discussed.