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Rediscover a Lost Classic: African Folk Tales by N.A. Kun
While world-famous for Legends and Myths of Ancient Greece, historian and educator Nikolai Albertovich Kun (1877–1940) was also a dedicated collector of African folklore. His Tales of the African Peoples—unpublished for over a century—is now available again, offering a rare window into the continent’s rich oral traditions.
This volume gathers stories passed down through generations, revealing the worldview, customs, and daily life of diverse African tribes. Within these pages, readers will encounter vivid adventures, fearsome monsters, cunning sorcerers, shape-shifting animals, and the harsh realities of cannibals. Kun’s work is unique for its breadth of material and deep historical analysis, presenting not just tales but a portrait of how these peoples understood their world.
Perfect for fans of mythology, cultural history, or anyone curious about the storytelling heritage beyond Europe, this book provides an authentic look at the beliefs, morals, and imagination of Africa’s many nations. A must-have for collectors of rare ethnographic literature.
Price: 1297.00 RUR