Bahama Songs And Stories: A Contribution To Folklore (1895)

By Charles Lincoln Edwards

Book Overview

Bahama Songs and Stories: A Contribution to Folklore is a book written by Charles Lincoln Edwards and published in 1895. The book is a collection of folk songs, stories, and legends from the Bahama Islands. Edwards, who was a resident of the Bahamas, collected these stories and songs from the local people and compiled them into this book. The book is divided into two sections: the first section contains the songs, while the second section contains the stories and legends. The songs are written in the Bahamian dialect and are accompanied by musical notation. The stories and legends are also written in the dialect and are presented in a narrative format. The book provides a unique insight into the culture and traditions of the Bahamian people. The stories and songs reflect the history, beliefs, and values of the people of the Bahamas. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the folklore and cultural heritage of the Bahamas. Overall, Bahama Songs and Stories: A Contribution to Folklore is a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Bahama Islands. It is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore, music, and cultural anthropology.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: 1164583689
• ISBN13: 9781164583684
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"