African Myths and Folk Tales (Paperback)

How was the earth formed, and where did animals come from? Why does the hippopotamus live in water, and why do cats chase rats? Imaginative answers to these and other age-old questions can be found among the rich oral traditions of Africa. Generations of listeners have delighted in these fanciful explanations of the natural, moral, and spiritual worlds, which unfold amid a realm of talking animals, magic drums, tricksters, and fairies.
Known as the "Father of Black History," Carter Godwin Woodson was among the first scholars to promote the history and achievements of African-Americans. His compilation of fables about a jealous blind man, a disobedient daughter, a rivalry among brothers, and other timeless predicaments is punctuated with thought-provoking proverbs and gentle humor. Told in simple language, these tales will enchant readers and listeners of all ages. Over sixty evocative illustrations appear throughout the book.

General

Imprint:	Dover Publications Inc.
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Children's Thrift Classics
Release date:	June 2010
First published:	2010
Authors:	Carter Godwin Woodson
Dimensions:	203 x 128 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	189
ISBN-13:	978-0-486-47734-3
Categories:	Books > Children's & Educational > Fiction > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian religions > Ethnic or tribal religions > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian religions > Ethnic or tribal religions > General Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > General Promotions > School Holidays > Fiction Reads
LSN:	0-486-47734-7
Barcode:	9780486477343

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