Download or read book AKAN ASHANTI FOLKTALES Revised and Annotated written by and published by Prince Sarfo-Adu. This book was released on 2024-07-17 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a collection of 75 Ashanti tales recorded in the Ashanti and Kwawu areas of Ghana.Each folktale in Twi/Akan dialect of the Tshi language, is followed by an English translation. The English translation is, throughout, made as nearly literal as possible.(At this point, one meets a certain difficulty in a conflict between a desire for accuracy and an endeavour to give a translation acceptable to English ears). First published in 1930 by R.S. Rattray, this edition features a modern Akan/Twi orthography with a brief introduction to the Language. Ashanti folktales often tell a moral lesson, describe a myth, or answer a question about the natural world. Most of the Ashanti tales use animal characters to represent human qualities such as jealousy, honesty, greed, and bravery. Ananse, the spider, is a trickster figure who appears in many of the Ashanti tales. With regard to the classification of these stories, it will be observed that the majority of them fall under one or other of the well-known headings: drolls and cumulative tales; apologues or tales with a moral; aetiological stories, accounting for physical characteristics in men and beasts, e.g. How the Leopard became Spotted; etymological tales, e.g. How the Ram came to be called Odwanini. Each and all of the stories in this volume would, however, be classed by the Akan-speaking African under the generic title of “Anansesɛm” (Spider stories), whether the spider appeared in the tale or not.
Download or read book Raven written by Gerald McDermott and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2001-09-01 with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Raven, the trickster, wants to give people the gift of light. But can he find out where Sky Chief keeps it? And if he does, will he be able to escape without being discovered? His dream seems impossible, but if anyone can find a way to bring light to the world, wise and clever Raven can!
Download or read book Tales from the Caribbean written by Trish Cooke and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2017-08-03 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of favourite tales gathered from the many different islands of the Caribbean, one of the world's richest sources of traditional storytelling. From the very first Kingfisher to Anansi the Spider Man, these lively retellings full of humour and pathos, are beautifully retold by Trish Cooke. The book includes endnotes with a glossary, additional information as well as ideas for activities that children can do to explore the stories further.
Download or read book Tales of an Ashanti Father written by Peggy Appiah and published by Dutton Childrens Books. This book was released on 1981 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of folktales from Ghana, centering around the figure of Kwaku Anansa, the Spider Man.
Download or read book The Royal Drum written by and published by Mondo Publishing. This book was released on 1996 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All the animals, except the lazy Monkey, work to make a drum for the King of the Jungle, but Anansi makes certain that Monkey ends up with the hardest job of all.
Download or read book Anansi the Spider written by Gerald McDermott and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 2011-12-06 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the clever spider Anansi runs into difficulty on his long journey, he calls on his six sons for help.
Download or read book Ananse s Feast written by Tololwa M. Mollel and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 1997-04-17 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the clever spider Ananse outwits Akye the turtle by inviting him to a feast he cannot touch, Akye plans a tasty revenge. This clever retelling of an Ashanti tale is brought to life by lavish, comic illustrations.
Download or read book Anansi and the Box of Stories written by Stephen Krensky and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2007-08-01 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sky god Nyame owns all the stories in the world. He keeps them to himself in a box in his kingdom in the clouds. But Anansi thinks the stories should be shared by all creatures. So one day he strikes a bargain with the sky god. If Anansi can trick some of the earth’s fiercest and quickest creatures, Nyame will share his stories. Learn how Anansi wins the box of stories in this ancient tale from West Africa.
Download or read book By Sheer Pluck A Tale of the Ashanti War written by George Alfred Henty and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-01-05 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1883.
Download or read book The Penguin Book of World Folk Tales written by Milton Rugoff and published by Penguin Group. This book was released on 1977 with total page 758 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book By Sheer Pluck A Tale of the Ashanti War written by George Henty and published by Litres. This book was released on 2019-07-02 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War written by Frederick Brereton and published by Litres. This book was released on 2022-05-15 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War written by F. S. Brereton and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-04 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In F. S. Brereton's 'With Wolseley to Kumasi: A Tale of the First Ashanti War', readers are transported back to the late 19th century when British imperialism clashed with the Ashanti Empire in West Africa. Brereton's writing style is vivid, detailed, and fast-paced, making the reader feel as if they are right alongside the soldiers on their dangerous journey. The book provides a unique insight into the military tactics, political tensions, and cultural clashes of the time, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of colonial history. Brereton's descriptions of the African landscape and the Ashanti people are both respectful and intriguing, adding depth to the narrative. F. S. Brereton, a British author and historian, drew inspiration for this book from his own experiences serving in the military and his interest in colonial warfare. His background lends authenticity to the detailed descriptions of battles and strategy in 'With Wolseley to Kumasi'. Brereton's expertise in military history shines through in his accurate portrayal of the events that unfolded during the First Ashanti War. I recommend 'With Wolseley to Kumasi: A Tale of the First Ashanti War' to readers interested in military history, colonial conflicts, and adventure stories. Brereton's gripping narrative and historical accuracy make this book a must-read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of war and imperialism in Africa.
Download or read book Talk Talk written by Deborah M. Newton Chocolate and published by Turtleback Books. This book was released on 1993 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A simple farmer is startled when first a yam and then a dog, a tree, and a stone talk to him.
Download or read book Afia the Ashanti Princess written by Crystal Boateng and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-18 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Afia is a young girl who dreams of being a princess but she doesn't know of any princesses who look like her. As she travels to her motherland, Ghana, Afia is about to find out something truly extraordinary about her family history. Maybe, after all, princesses like Afia do exist and their stories still inspire.This is the debut story in the Ashanti Princess and Prince book series. The purpose of this series is to:1. Emphasize the importance of Black representation in children's books;2. Introduce young girls and boys of African descent to stories which allow them to relate to the main characters;3. Empower children to develop confidence and a sense of pride in their African heritage;4. Encourage children to learn about their family history and cultural heritage; and5. Inspire readers to develop an interest in learning about Ghanaian history and cultureAbout the Author Crystal Boateng was born and raised in Kumasi, Ghana. She moved to Massachusetts at a young age with her family.She is a proud alumna of Mount Holyoke College and holds a law degree and MBA from the University of Connecticut. Crystal has two children, Whitney and Leo, who are her inspiration behind Afia the Ashanti Princess: A Visit to the Motherland. She wrote this book to introduce young readers of African descent to a non-traditional princess story so that they can identify with the main character. Her hope is to inspire young readers of her Ashanti Princess book series to develop an interest in further learning about Ghanaian culture and history.
Download or read book Half a Ball of Kenki written by Verna Aardema and published by Frederick Warne. This book was released on 1979 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Half-a-Ball-of-Kenki rescues Fly from Leopard and, in the ensuing fray, Leopard receives a spotted coat forever.
Download or read book Best Loved Folktales of the World written by Joanna Cole and published by Anchor. This book was released on 1983-08-09 with total page 818 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of over two hundred folk and fairy tales from all over the world is the only edition that encompasses all cultures. Arranged geographically by region—West and East Europe, British Isles, Scandinavia, and Northern Europe, Middle East, Asia, the Pacific, Africa, North America, the Carribean and West Indies, and Central and South America—and lovingly selected from the personal favorites of folklorists and writers, this book is a major anthology in its field. Gathered together in this wide-ranging collection are familiar classics like "Snow-White" and "Sleeping Beauty," and stories that equal them from all major cultures. Together they offer magic, adventure, laughter, reflection, vivid images, and a throng of colorful characters. More important, they offer insight into the oral traditions of different cultures and deal with universal human dilemmas that span differences of age, culture, and geography. Animal fables, proverbs, ghost stories, funny tales, and tales of enchantment provide a unique reading experience for all ages. A category index groups the tales by plot and character, e.g., humorous, supernatural, and "pourquoi" tales, married couples, enchanted sweethearts, etc. Like all great literature, these tales can be read with fascination on many levels, making Best-Loved Folktales of the World a classic and enduring collection.
