Transliterated title: Kitaabu Kotoolu.
Contains a collection of several old Islamic manuscripts written in classical Arabic. They include texts in prose and poetry dealing with religious subjects, and prayers and numerological figures to address people’s preoccupations, including health-related concerns.
Custodial history: The owner inherited most of the manuscripts from his father who inherited them from his grandfather, Arfand Sada Kouyate. Arfang Sada Kouyate was born in Diattircounda where he received his advanced Islamic education and served as a marabout (religious leader, healer, and diviner) until his death in Norabantang.
Extent and format of original material: 59 pages.
Physical characteristics: Unbound manuscript. The materials are very old and are written on small pieces of paper. Due to their old age and environmental conditions, many pages are falling apart. Many pages are missing.
Owner(s) of original material: Malang Kouyate.
Author(s) of original material: Arfang Sada Kouyate.
