TY  - BOOK
AU  - Green,Thomas A.
TI  - African American folktales
T2  - Stories from the American mosaic
SN  - 9780313362958 (alk. paper)
AV  - GR111.A47 A37 2009
U1  - 398.2/0896073 22
PY  - 2009///
CY  - Westport, Conn.
PB  - Greenwood Press
KW  - African Americans
KW  - Folklore
KW  - Tales
KW  - United States
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (p. [171]) and index
N2  - "African American culture has a rich tradition of folktales. Written for students and general readers, this volume gathers a sampling of the most important African American folktales. Included are nearly 50 tales grouped in thematic chapters on origins; heroes, heroines, villains, and fools; society and conflict; and the supernatural. Each tale begins with an introductory headnote, and the book closes with a selected, general bibliography. Students learning about literature and language will gain a greater understanding of African American oral traditions, while social studies students will learn more about African American culture. African American culture has long been recognized for its richness and breadth. Central to that tradition is a large body of folklore, which continues to figure prominently in literature, film, and popular culture. Included are fictional tales, legends, myths, and personal experience narratives. These exemplify the vast diversity of African American culture and language."--Publisher's description
UR  - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0827/2008037863.html
ER  -