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West African Myths

Myths From Around The World

By: Jen Green

Paperback

Published: 1st January 2010
For Ages: 12+ years old
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This colourful and richly illustrated series retells famous myths in a lively and exciting way. It places each tale within the context of the society that created it and provides today's young readers with a clearer understanding of ancient cultures. Key Features:

  • Ten myths in each title reveal the culture, history and religious of each society
  • Striking photographs and detailed illustrations motivate readers
  • Highlights commonality of beliefs in different cultures
  • Excellent resource for multicultural studies
  • Glossary, sources of further information and index
This book briefly describes the history, geography, and society of West African cultures; explains concepts found within their folklore and mythology; and presents several myths.

About the Author

Dr Jen Green is a writer and editor mainly specializing in geography, history, nature / environment and social issues. She also writes on science, human body, survival, art and artists. She has written over 250 published books, mostly for children aged 5-15 but also for adults. Jen received her doctorate from the University of Sussex in 1982. She worked in publishing for 15 years, as an editor and later editorial manager (1981-1996) and has since worked full-time as a writer and editor. Her book Your Feelings: I'm Special was short-listed for the NASEN Special Needs Award.

Introductionp. 4
Iyadola's Babiesp. 6
Languages and Peoplesp. 8
Lost and Foundp. 10
Oral Historyp. 12
Seven Sons for Seven Virginsp. 14
Nomads in the Saharap. 16
The Emperor and the Magicianp. 18
Along the Nigerp. 20
Two Brothers Quarrelp. 22
Voodoo and Slaveryp. 24
Anansi and the Rubber Manp. 26
Trickster Talesp. 28
Sky-Food, Yams, and Cocoyamsp. 30
The Igbo Have No Kingsp. 32
Prince of Heavenp. 34
Yoruba and Its Godsp. 36
The Mermaid and the Chameleonp. 38
Making Textilesp. 40
Dancing with Spiritsp. 42
Masks and Masqueradesp. 44
Glossary and Further Informationp. 46
Indexp. 48
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ISBN: 9781433935374
ISBN-10: 1433935376
Series: 000395639
Audience: Children
For Ages: 12+ years old
For Grades: 6 - 8
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 48
Published: 1st January 2010
Publisher: GARETH STEVENS INC
Dimensions (cm): 25.908 x 21.082  x 0.508
Weight (kg): 0.204

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