Yoruba Legends

by M.I. Ogumefu

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Genres: Religion, Africa, Mythology

118 pages, Paperback

Published September 4, 2010

Reviews

[Abreham · Rating 3 out of 5]

But 'The Head' is a story of 5+ stars. Its 'it is what it is' attitude is so rare in stories/myths of its kind that I had to read it again. And its randomness made me laugh each time.

[Atticus · Rating 2 out of 5]

I should have ceased reading at the preface:
 
¨The legends express primitive notions of right and wrong, and in this they fall below the new standard which Christianity has set for our actions.¨

Weep at the taint of Abraham, O ye children of the world,
That denigration should take the rightful place of harmony.

This is a short text in writing that is simple and without flourish, and the myths feel dead on the page. Would not recommend.

[Terra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was a fun read. Read with a friend for a podcast we are attempting to start (lost the recordings so they weren't put up, but nonetheless). Each story is very short so it can be cut off at almost any time without much loss.

The stories of Tortise are kind of disturbing though.
Also the slavery repeated theme is eehhh.

[Kumar · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a wonderful book! 40 Yoruba legends condensed to less than a page each. A fun read that makes me want to dig deeper into these myths. Reading this because of a tweet from Zardulu.

[Andrew · Rating 4 out of 5]

Traditional tales and legends of the Yoruba.