African Folklore

An Encyclopedia

By: Philip M. Peek (Editor), Kwesi Yankah (Editor)

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Hardcover | 8 December 2003 | Edition Number 1

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Written by an international team of experts, this is the first work of its kind to offer comprehensive coverage of folklore throughout the African continent. Over 350 entries provide in-depth examinations of individual African countries, ethnic groups, religious practices, artistic genres and numerous other concepts related to folklore. Featuring original field photographs, a comprehensive index, and thorough cross-references, African Folklore: An Encyclopedia is an indispensable resource for any library's folklore or African studies collection. Key Features : * Over 300 cross-referenced entries written by more than 150 scholars, including over 60 international contributors * Seven regional surveys including maps locating major ethnic groups * Introduction and commentary on every African nation * Numerous entries on the African Diaspora, with special emphasis on African-American arts and religion * Original field photographs * A detailed filmography of documentary films on Africa * A catalog of the complete African holdings of the Archives of Traditional Music at Indiana University * Includes a survey of African folklore collections and African Studies Libraries in the USA and Africa, as well as a list of folklore PhDs at U.S. universities David Adu-Amankwah, Indiana University, USA; Kofi Agawu, Princeton University, USA; Kofi Agovi; Ali Jimale Ahmed, Queens College and the City University of New York Graduat

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"Provides in-depth coverage... Extensive cross-referencing and bibliographic references enhance the volume's usefulness... An excellent introduction to African folklore as well as a convenient resource for leadingresearchers to further study, this is highly recommended for academic and large public libraries with folklore collections." -- Library Journal
"Fits nicely in the gap between encyclopedias of Africa and encyclopedias of folklore, narrowing and sharpening the focus of each. There is no resource quite like thisone. Highly recommended for academic and large public libraries." -- Booklist/RBB
"An extremely useful resource... This book provides easy access to information along with reliable resources." -- Pennsylvania School Librarians Association Best Reference Titles 2003
"At the cutting edge of current folklore research... Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and higher." -- Choice
"a representative coverage of folk culture for the whole continent... High quality... Thought-provoking introduction and entries... A welcome addition to thefield... I recommend it highly." -- Reference & UserServices Quarterly
"This is an exceptionally well-researched and well-written volume... This title is highly recommended." -- AmericanReference Books Annual
"There is a great deal of good in the encyclopedia, and it is potentially a valuable research tool for those who know little about folklore on the African continent, while also offering some refreshing moments for those who may consider themselves experts on the topic. I can recommend this book for its intended readership of undergraduate students, as well as postgraduates and professional Africanists who seek an authoritative update in their field." -- African Studies Review

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