Matengo Folktales
Book Details
Author(s)Joseph L. Mbele
PublisherInfinity Publishing
ISBN / ASIN0741400286
ISBN-139780741400284
AvailabilityUsually ships in 24 hours
Sales Rank2,907,998
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
Description
This book presents English translations of 10 folk tales from Southern Tanzania which the author recorded in the mid-1970's. Matengo' is the author's mother tongue and, in addition to the English translations of the folk tales, there are some songs presented in the original Matengo as well. Covering a wide range of themes and styles, these translated folk tales help the reader appreciate the stories in their original cultural context. Also found within is an essay on folklore in general, and a commentary is provided on each story. Both the layman and the college student can enjoy this book.
