Songs And Tales From The Dark Continent - Paperback

Songs And Tales From The Dark Continent is a collection of traditional African folktales and songs compiled and retold by Natalie Curtis. The book features stories and songs from various regions of Africa, including West Africa, Central Africa, and South Africa. The tales and songs are presented in their original form, with English translations provided for the songs. The stories cover a range of themes, including morality, wisdom, and humor, and are accompanied by illustrations by various artists. The book also includes a foreword by the author, providing insight into her travels and experiences in Africa, as well as an introduction to the cultural significance of the stories and songs. Overall, Songs And Tales From The Dark Continent is a fascinating and informative collection of African folklore that provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the continent.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.