
Where Animals Talk: West African Folk Lore Tales
By Robert Hamill NassauLength9h 3m
About this audiobook
In "Where Animals Talk: West African Folk Lore Tales," Robert Hamill Nassau presents a compelling collection of folklore that intricately weaves together the vibrant cultural tapestry of West Africa. The book showcases a plethora of tales that feature anthropomorphic animals, each brimming with moral lessons and cultural insights. Nassau's prose is marked by a lyrical quality that mirrors traditional oral storytelling, illuminating the significance of rhythm and repetition in folk narratives. By situating these stories within their sociocultural contexts, he invites readers to engage with the rich tapestry of beliefs and values that underpin West African life. Robert Hamill Nassau was an early 20th-century American missionary and ethnographer deeply invested in the study of African cultures. His experiences in the region provided him with a unique lens to observe and document the rich traditions of storytelling in West African societies. Nassau's extensive fieldwork and genuine appreciation for indigenous narratives shaped his desire to preserve and share these stories, ensuring they resonate with broader audiences while honoring their origins. This captivating collection is a testament to the power of storytelling as a means of cultural preservation and education. I highly recommend "Where Animals Talk" to anyone interested in folklore, anthropology, or African culture. Through Nassau's engaging tales, readers will not only be entertained but will also gain invaluable insights into the moral and ethical frameworks that have guided West African communities for generations.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length9 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART FIRST
26TALE 11
2Mpongwe
27Which is the Fattest?
3FOREWORD
28TALE 12
4TALE 1
29Why Mosquitoes Buzz
5Do Not Trust Your Friend
30TALE 13
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6TALE 2
31Unkind Criticism
7Leopard’s Hunting Camp
32TALE 14
8TALE 3
33The Suitors of Princess Gorilla
9Tests of Death—1st Version
34TALE 15
10TALE 3
35Leopard of the Fine Skin
11Tests of Death—Second Version
36TALE 16
12TALE 4
37Why The Plantain-Stalk Bears But One Bunch
13Tasks Done for a Wife
38PART SECOND
14TALE 5
39Benga Tribe
15A Tug-of-War
40FOREWORD
16TALE 6
41TALE 1
17Agĕnda: Rat’s Play on a Name
42Swine Talking
18TALE 7
43TALE 2
19“Nuts Are Eaten Because of Angângwe”; A Proverb
44Crocodile
20TALE 8
45TALE 3
21Who Are Crocodile’s Relatives?
46Origin of the Elephant
22TALE 9
47TALE 4
23Who is King of Birds?
48Leopard’s Marriage Journey
24TALE 10
49TALE 5
25“Njiwo Died of Sleep”: A Proverb
50Tortoise in a Race