African Folktales

by William Bascom

"These essays . . . are of immense importance to anyone interested in the issues of origins and folklore texts." --Choice

" . . . this is Bascom at his best. . . . an attractive and full-bodied book." --Fabula

These essays, devoted to traditional narratives found in Africa and in the New World, represent the last major research project of William Bascom (1912-1981), eminent authority on African art and folklore--his intention was...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0253207363
• ISBN13: 9780253207364
• Release Date: November 1992
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.2" x 9.3"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher