African American culture has a rich tradition of folktales.
Written for students and general readers, this volume gathers a
sampling of the most important African American folktales. Included
are nearly 50 tales grouped in thematic chapters on origins;
heroes, heroines, villains, and fools; society and conflict; and
the supernatural. Each tale begins with an introductory headnote,
and the book closes with a selected, general bibliography. Students
learning about literature and language will gain a greater
understanding of African American oral traditions, while social
studies students will learn more about African American
culture.
African American culture has long been recognized for its
richness and breadth. Central to that tradition is a large body of
folklore, which continues to figure prominently in literature,
film, and popular culture. Written for students and general
readers, this book conveniently gathers and comments on nearly 50
African American folktales. Included are fictional tales, legends,
myths, and personal experience narratives. These exemplify the vast
diversity of African American culture and language.
The tales are grouped in thematic sections on origins; heroes,
heroines, villains, and fools; society and conflict; and the
supernatural. Each tale is introduced by a brief headnote, and the
volume closes with a selected, general bibliography. Students
learning about literature and language will gain a greater
understanding of African American oral traditions, while students
of history will learn more about African American culture.
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