The ISBN of The Greenwood Encyclopedia of African American Folklore is 978-0-313-33035-3.
The Greenwood Encyclopedia of African American Folklore has 1 pages.
The Greenwood Encyclopedia of African American Folklore was created on 12-##-20.
Anand Prahlad has written: 'African-American proverbs in context' -- subject(s): African American proverbs, History and criticism 'The Greenwood Encyclopedia of African American Folklore'
Henry D. Spalding has written: 'Joys of Italian Humor' 'Joys of Jewish Humor' 'Joys of Italian Humor and Folklore' 'Encyclopedia of Black folklore and humor' -- subject(s): African American wit and humor, Blacks, Folklore, Popular Print Disabled Books 'The Nixon nobody knows'
Zora Neale Hurston collected African-American folklore to preserve and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of African Americans. She believed that these stories, songs, and traditions were important and should not be forgotten, as they provided insight into the history and experiences of the African-American community. Hurston also sought to challenge stereotypes and highlight the creativity and resilience of African-American people.
Gellert Spencer Alleman is a literary scholar known for his writings on classic American literature and folklore, especially his work on the folklore of slaves and ex-slaves in the American South. His research delves deep into the cultural significance of folklore and its impact on both historical and contemporary society. Some of his notable works include "Southern Folklore Quarterly" and "African American Folklore: An Encyclopedia for Students."
Encyclopedia of African History was created in 2004.
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Zora Neale Hurston. Gates has referred to Hurston as the midwife of African American literature for her pioneering work in portraying Black culture and folklore.
Elizabeth C. Fine has written: 'Soulstepping' -- subject(s): African American dance, Greek letter societies, History 'The folklore text' -- subject(s): Communication in folklore, Folklore, Methodology, Performance, Semiotics and folk literature, Sociolinguistics
Yes, "Zora sourit" was written about Zora Neale Hurston. The song pays tribute to the American author, anthropologist, and filmmaker known for her contributions to African-American literature and her exploration of African-American folklore and culture.
Toni Morrison uses folklore in "Jazz" to weave a tapestry of African-American history and culture within the narrative. She incorporates elements of folklore to highlight the characters' struggles, joys, and connections to their heritage. Through folklore, Morrison emphasizes the enduring legacy of traditions and storytelling in shaping identity and community.