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African Myths of Origin

By Stephen Belcher, Stephen Belcher , Stephen Belcher, Stephen Belcher

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African Myths of Origin

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Gathering a wide range of traditional African myths, this compelling new collection offers tales of heroes battling mighty serpents and monstrous birds, brutal family conflict and vengeance, and desperate migrations across vast and alien lands. From impassioned descriptions of animal-creators to dramatic stories of communities forced to flee monstrous crocodiles, all the narratives found here concern origins—whether of the universe, peoples or families. Together, they create a kaleidoscopic picture of the rich and varied oral traditions that have shaped the culture and society of successive generations of Africans for thousands of years, throughout the long struggle to survive and explore this massive and environmentally diverse continent. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
544
Release Date:
2005-12-01
Publication Date:
2006-06-27
Publisher:
Penguin Publishing Group
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0140449450
ISBN13:
9780140449457
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
372 g
Height:
132 cm
Width:
198 cm
Thickness:
26 cm
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