As Old as the Moon Or Cuban Legends and Folklore of the Antillas

By Florence Jackson Stoddard

As Old as the Moon: Cuban Legends and Folklore of the Antillas is a book written by Florence Jackson Stoddard. The book is a collection of Cuban legends and folklore that have been passed down through generations. The stories in the book are based on the beliefs and traditions of the people of Cuba and the Antillas.The book is divided into several chapters, each containing a different story or legend. The stories range from tales of mythical creatures like the Caguama, a giant turtle, to stories of supernatural events like the appearance of the Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre, the patron saint of Cuba.The book also includes stories about historical figures like Jose Marti and Antonio Maceo, and how their lives and actions have become part of the Cuban folklore. The stories are told in a simple and engaging style, making them accessible to readers of all ages.As Old as the Moon: Cuban Legends and Folklore of the Antillas is a fascinating book that provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Cuba and the Antillas. It is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore, mythology, or the history of Cuba.1909. The myths of the Antillas and Lucayas are found only in fragmentary hints or casual allusions running through overlying narratives of the conquerors' adventures. The author pieced these fragments together bit by bit to produce a consistent whole. The stories are nuggets that still have much ore clinging to them, but should be placed in settings for safeguarding. The book is divided into three categories: myths of savage period, prior to conquest, probably from 10th century; Indian legends of the conquest period, 15th to 16th centuries; and Negro slave myths of the Spanish period, tales of lost treasure, 16th to 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162593431
• ISBN13: 9781162593432
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.5" x 9.3"