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African Folktales in the New World
"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 to demonstrate the African roots of African American folktales.
" . . . 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 to demonstrate the African roots of African American folktales.
272 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1992
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