A Treasury of African Folklore 2 Ed
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| Rating | : | 4.90 (501 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1569245363 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 640 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-08-15 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A Treasury of African Folklore is a written collection of hundreds of traditional African stories, as well as riddles, epics, myths, love songs, proverbs, and parables that preserve a link to an ancient past that is still dimly remembered. Illustrations.. Africa is home to the oldest human cultures, whose storytelling is basically oral
Stones are Gems of value when you know what they are!! Hyper Thalmus With respect to the other reviewer it is very important that such a work exists especially for the cheap price that it is available making it a bargain. Everything is referenced so if you do find something of particular interest you can track it down. Courlander does not pretend that this is the complete Af. "A great book that children will enjoy!" according to reader. I have to agree with the second commentator; having little knowledge of the subject over the years I have really enjoyed this book. You will find folklore from tribes you are familiar with, and those you might not have heard of before. Courlander attempts to introduce tribes not only of West Africa, but Eas