American Negro Folktales

Collection of 100s of folk tales from the African-American literary tradition, collected here for the first time (some previously published in 2 separate books by Dorson, a world-renowned folklorist). Annotated & with a Preface to the New Edition by Dorson, along with introductory essays on "Origins of American Negro Tales,'' "The Art of Negro Storytelling,'' & more. Stories are grouped thematically, including tales about animals, "Old Marster & John,'' colored & white relations, Hoodoos & Two Heads, spirits & haunts, horrors, protest tales, witches & mermaids, & the Lord & the Devil. In 378 pp + extensive Bibliography, Index. The fourth (1970) printing of this 1970 Paperback Original (PBO) from 1967. Condition is Near Fine: exceptionally clean, binding strong & straight, appears never opened! Pages mildly tanned, commensurate with age, heavier around edges, completely unmarked save for former student's mark on first page & school stamp to exterior fore edge. Just a hint of edgewear. Our photos depict the Exact book you will receive, never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! All orders processed before 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific time) ship same day; later orders, weekends & holidays ship very next business day.

Product Info

Publisher: Fawcett Premier

Year: 1970

Type: Used

Binding: Softcover

Seller Info

GargoyleBooks

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Country: United States