African Folktales in the New World Paperback / softback
by William W. Bascom
Paperback / softback
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"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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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:272 pages
- Publisher:Indiana University Press
- Publication Date:22/11/1992
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- ISBN:9780253207364
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:272 pages
- Publisher:Indiana University Press
- Publication Date:22/11/1992
- Category:
- ISBN:9780253207364