Limba Stories and Story-Telling

by Ruth Finnegan

Book Overview

The Limba are rice farmers living in the hills of northern Sierra Leone who have, until recently, been somewhat despised by their neighbours. Yet they possess a subtle and fascinating literature, as illustrated by this detailed study of their stories, collected and translated by Dr. Finnegan. Their literary and artistic value emerges clearly when the significance of their 'oral' character is realized. The introductory chapters full consider such points...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1532645058
• ISBN13: 9781532645051
• Release Date: May 2018
• Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"