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Abdellatif Akbib has written: 'The lost generation : collected short stories' -- subject(s): Short stories
Aladdin is from 'The Thousand and One Nights', which is a collection of traditional stories. There are many different versions. An beautifully illustrated version of this is by Jan Pienkowski.
Mary Umah Baldeh has written: 'Gambian Fula stories' -- subject- s -: Folklore, Fula - African people -, Tales
Alex Haley wrote the novel "Roots" about several generations of an African-American family, beginning with an African ancestor who was enslaved and brought to America. The book was a fictionalized version of stories Haley's grandmother told him about their family history.
Pawakan dance is a traditional art form from the indigenous people of the Philippines, particularly associated with the Bagobo and other tribes in Mindanao. It is often performed during rituals and cultural celebrations, depicting stories of nature, ancestral spirits, and community life. The dance incorporates intricate footwork, hand movements, and vibrant costumes, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region. Over time, Pawakan has been preserved and revitalized as a means to promote cultural identity and heritage among younger generations.
It was preserved by singing and telling epic stories
Achebe makes use of traditional African proverbs and stories.
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There are NUMEROUS short stories in the Bible. Everything from Adam and eve, the story of Noah and the Ark, The birth of Jesus, The story of moses is a christian story as well as an important story in the Jewish faith because it includes the story of passover. In Buddism there are many great stories of the Buddah and his spiritual awakening. There are lots of traditional African and native American stories based on various Gods. The native Americans talk about the omonous Thunder Bird and the African traditional stories have their stories of "Anansi the Spidar"
african art tells stories about their feelings
Traditional stories were important to enslaved Africans because they provided a way to pass down their culture, history, and wisdom to future generations. These stories helped preserve their identity and sense of community, providing comfort and guidance in the face of adversity. Additionally, traditional stories served as a form of resistance and a way to maintain a connection to their African roots in the midst of their enslavement.
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Brer Fox Stories
Stories are told late at night around the campfire.
It Can Be Saved and Archived
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African folktales about Anansi the spider.