African Folktales in the New World
"These essays . . . are of immense importance to anyone interested in the issues of origins and folklore texts." —Choice" . . . this is Bascom at his best. . . . an attractive and full-bodied book." —FabulaThese essays, devoted to traditional narratives found in Africa and in the New World, represent the last major research project of William Bascom (1912-1981), eminent authority on African art and folklore—his intention was to demonstrate the African roots of African American folktales.
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African Folktales in the New World
"These essays . . . are of immense importance to anyone interested in the issues of origins and folklore texts." —Choice" . . . this is Bascom at his best. . . . an attractive and full-bodied book." —FabulaThese essays, devoted to traditional narratives found in Africa and in the New World, represent the last major research project of William Bascom (1912-1981), eminent authority on African art and folklore—his intention was to demonstrate the African roots of African American folktales.
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780253207364 |
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Publisher: | Indiana University Press |
Publication date: | 11/22/1992 |
Series: | Folkloristics |
Edition description: | New Edition |
Pages: | 272 |
Product dimensions: | 6.25(w) x 9.25(h) x (d) |
Age Range: | 18 Years |
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