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Devil Tales: Black Americana Folk-Lore

Devil Tales: Black Americana Folk-Lore

Boyle, Virginia Frazer
Frost, A. B.

Paperback

Anthropology20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162930632
ISBN13: 9781162930633
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 284
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.60 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Devil Tales: Black Americana Folk-Lore is a book that explores the rich and fascinating folklore of African American communities in the South. Written by Virginia Frazer Boyle, a renowned folklorist and expert in African American culture, this book presents a collection of stories, legends, and beliefs that have been passed down through generations of Black Americans.The book is divided into different sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of Black Americana folklore. The first section explores the figure of the devil in African American folklore, examining the different ways in which he is portrayed and the role he plays in these stories. The second section looks at the different types of spirits and supernatural beings that populate Black Americana folklore, from ghosts and witches to haints and boo-hags.The third section of the book delves into the world of conjure and hoodoo, exploring the practices and beliefs associated with these traditions. The fourth section focuses on the role of animals in Black Americana folklore, examining the different ways in which they are used to symbolize human emotions and experiences.Throughout the book, Boyle provides detailed commentary and analysis of each story and tradition, placing them within their historical and cultural context and highlighting their significance for African American communities. Written in a lively and engaging style, Devil Tales: Black Americana Folk-Lore is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich and complex world of African American folklore and culture.This Is A Wonderful Work Of Black Americana Folk Lore With Lots Of Scary Tales With Witches, Demons And Voodoo Told By The Mammys To The Plantation Kids, Black And White. The Dialogue For These Stories Has A Deep Southern Accent And The Wonderful Illustrations By A. B. Frost Depict The Stories With Pictures Of Black Americans As Victims, Heroes And Villains.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.

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