Orature and Yoruba Riddles (Hardcover)

Orature and Yoruba Riddles takes readers into the hitherto unexplored undercurrents of riddles in Africa. Because of its oral and all too often ephemeral nature, riddles have escaped close scrutiny from scholars. The strength of the Yoruba as the focus of this study is impressive indeed: a major ethnic group in Africa, with established connections with the black diaspora in North America and the Caribean; a rich oral and written culture; a large and diverse population; and an integrated rural-urban society. The book is divided into six chapters for readers' convenience. When read in sequence, the book provides a comprehensive, holistic sense of Yoruba creativity where riddles are concerned. At the same time, the book is conceived in a way that each chapter could be read individually. Therefore, those readers seeking understanding of a specific type of riddle may target a single chapter appearing most relevant to her/his curiosity.

General

Imprint:	Palgrave Macmillan
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	April 2015
First published:	2015
Authors:	A Akinyeme • Akintunde Akinyemi
Dimensions:	216 x 140 x 29mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	261
ISBN-13:	978-1-137-50262-9
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Myths & mythology Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Folklore Books > Religion & Spirituality > Myths & mythology
LSN:	1-137-50262-2
Barcode:	9781137502629

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