African Folk & Fairy Tales: Fables, Folklore & Ancient Stories (Flame Tree Collector's Editions)
Format: Hardcover, Deluxe edition, foiled and embossed, with gilded edges Pages: 416 Date of Release: 22 November 2022
Journey into the rich storytelling traditions of Africa with this beautiful Flame Tree Collector’s Edition of folk and fairy tales from across the continent. African Folk & Fairy Tales brings together a vibrant collection of stories rooted in the oral traditions of ancient peoples from regions now known as Libya, Algeria, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda.
Filled with clever tricksters, fearsome ogres, heroic figures such as Liongo, riddles, poems, and moral fables, these tales reflect the wisdom, humour, and imagination passed down through generations. Carefully curated and presented for the modern reader, this volume preserves the diversity and depth of Africa’s mythic heritage.
Featuring a new introduction and a helpful glossary of terms, this striking hardcover is perfect for readers interested in folklore, mythology, world literature, and cultural history, as well as collectors of timeless storytelling traditions.
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