African American Folktales

by Thomas A. Green

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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313362955
• ISBN13: 9780313362958
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.3" x 9.3"