The Epic Of Son-Jara

A West African Tradition

by John William Johnson
language: english
Publisher: INDIANA UNIVERSITY PRESS, August of 1992 ‧
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The famous epic of "Son-Jara", celebrating the exploits of the legendary founder of the Empire of Old Mali some 750 years ago, is widely recited today among the Mandekan-speaking peoples of West Africa. This text presents a full linear translation of a performance of the "Son-Jara" epic recorded in its heartland in west central Mali.

The Epic Of Son-Jara

A West African Tradition

by John William Johnson

Property Description
ISBN: 9780253207135
Publisher: INDIANA UNIVERSITY PRESS
Release Date: August of 1992
Language: English
Cover: Softcover
Pages: 160
Format: Book
Collection: African Epic
Categories: Books in English > Social Sciences and Humanities > Sociology
EAN: 9780253207135

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