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Book Content and Context of Zulu Folk narratives

Download or read book Content and Context of Zulu Folk narratives written by Brian M. Du Toit and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 1976 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Content and Context of Zulu Folk Narratives

Download or read book Content and Context of Zulu Folk Narratives written by Brian M. Du Toit and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Folktales from Africa

Download or read book Folktales from Africa written by Dianne Stewart and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2015-03-02 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Folktales are timeless and, although they are a product of a particular culture, they have universal relevance because they give insight into the human condition. In Folktales from Africa, award-winning South African author Dianne Stewart has retold stories from the length and breadth of the African continent. Beautifully illustrated by Marjorie van Heerden, this collection of twenty stories is certain to entertain and delight the reader, as well as give insight into the countries from which the tales have been sourced.

Book Storytelling

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  • Author : Josepha Sherman
  • Publisher : Routledge
  • Release : 2015-03-26
  • ISBN : 1317459377
  • Pages : 1450 pages

Download or read book Storytelling written by Josepha Sherman and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-03-26 with total page 1450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Storytelling is an ancient practice known in all civilizations throughout history. Characters, tales, techniques, oral traditions, motifs, and tale types transcend individual cultures - elements and names change, but the stories are remarkably similar with each rendition, highlighting the values and concerns of the host culture. Examining the stories and the oral traditions associated with different cultures offers a unique view of practices and traditions."Storytelling: An Encyclopedia of Mythology and Folklore" brings past and present cultures of the world to life through their stories, oral traditions, and performance styles. It combines folklore and mythology, traditional arts, history, literature, and festivals to present an overview of world cultures through their liveliest and most fascinating mode of expression. This appealing resource includes specific storytelling techniques as well as retellings of stories from various cultures and traditions.

Book Translation Studies in Africa

Download or read book Translation Studies in Africa written by Judith Inggs and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2009-03-04 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Africa is a huge continent with multicultural nations, where translation and interpretation are everyday occurrences. Translation studies has flourished in Africa in the last decade, with countries often having several official languages. The primary objective of this volume is to bring together research articles on translation and interpreting studies in Africa, written mainly, but not exclusively, by researchers living and working in the region. The focus is on the translation of literature and the media, and on the uses of interpreting. It provides a clear idea of the state and direction of research, and highlights research that is not commonly disseminated in North Africa and Europe. This book is an essential text for students and researchers working in translation studies, African studies and in African linguistics.

Book Catalog of Folklore  Folklife  and Folk Songs

Download or read book Catalog of Folklore Folklife and Folk Songs written by Cleveland Public Library. John G. White Department and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 926 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Zulu Kings and their Armies

Download or read book Zulu Kings and their Armies written by Diane Canwell and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2004-09-30 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering nearly one hundred years of Zulu military history, this book focuses on the creation, maintenance, development, tactics and ultimate destruction of the Zulu army. It studies the armies, weapons and tactics under the rule of the five Zulu kings from Shaka to Dinizulu. The rule of each of the five kings is examined in terms of their relationships with the army and how they raised regiments to expand their influence in the region. All the major battles and campaigns are discussed with reference to the development of the weapons and tactics of the army.

Book Catalog of Copyright Entries  Third Series

Download or read book Catalog of Copyright Entries Third Series written by Library of Congress. Copyright Office and published by Copyright Office, Library of Congress. This book was released on 1978 with total page 1696 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Folktale Influence on the Zulu Novel

Download or read book Folktale Influence on the Zulu Novel written by C. T. Msimang and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Allyn and Bacon Anthology of Traditional Literature

Download or read book Allyn and Bacon Anthology of Traditional Literature written by Judith V. Lechner and published by Allyn & Bacon. This book was released on 2004 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Instead of having your students buy individual author volumes (e.g. Grimm or Andersen folktales), your students will have access in one single volume to a variety of short pieces from different collections and authors. This scrupulously researched anthology of traditional literature is a useful tool for making stories from diverse cultures, sometimes difficult to find, accessible to both students and professors by giving the cultural contexts of international fables, folktales, myths, and legends.

Book Izinganekwane

Download or read book Izinganekwane written by Henry Callaway and published by . This book was released on 1868 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Zulu Oral Traditions

Download or read book Zulu Oral Traditions written by Noverino N. Canonici and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Indigenous Peoples  Wisdom and Power

Download or read book Indigenous Peoples Wisdom and Power written by Julian Kunnie and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-05-15 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Capturing the narratives of indigenes, this book presents a unique anthology on global Indigenous peoples' wisdoms and ways of knowing. Covering issues of religion, cultural self-determination, philosophy, spirituality, sacred sites, oppression, gender and the suppressed voices of women, the diverse global contexts across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, North and South America, and Oceania are highlighted. The contributions represent heart-felt expressions of Indigenous peoples from various contexts - their triumphs and struggles, their gains and losses, their reflections on the past, present, and future - telling their accounts in their own voices. Opening new vistas for understanding historical ancient knowledge, preserved and practiced by Indigenous people for millennia, this innovative anthology illuminates areas of philosophy, science, medicine, health, architecture, and botany to reveal knowledge suppressed by Western academic studies.

Book Folklore Institute Monograph Series

Download or read book Folklore Institute Monograph Series written by Indiana University, Bloomington. Folklore Institute and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Some Zulu Customs and Folk lore

Download or read book Some Zulu Customs and Folk lore written by L. H. Samuelson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-24 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Some Zulu Customs and Folk-lore' by L. H. Samuelson, the reader is taken on a captivating journey into the heart of Zulu culture. The book explores various traditional customs and beliefs of the Zulu people, shedding light on their rich heritage and folklore. Samuelson's writing style is engaging and informative, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject matter while also incorporating vivid descriptions and anecdotes to bring the customs to life. The book's exploration of Zulu customs is not only informative but also serves as a valuable resource for scholars and anthropologists interested in African cultures. Samuelson's attention to detail and respect for the Zulu traditions is evident throughout the text, offering a nuanced understanding of this vibrant culture. Readers will find themselves immersed in the world of the Zulu people, gaining insight into their practices and beliefs. 'Some Zulu Customs and Folk-lore' is a must-read for anyone interested in delving deep into the traditions of the Zulu people.

Book Zulu Fireside Tales

Download or read book Zulu Fireside Tales written by Phyllis Savory and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Nature of Oral Influence on the African Novel

Download or read book The Nature of Oral Influence on the African Novel written by Samuel Amanor Dseagu and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: