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Black Folk Tales

Black Folk Tales

Di: Erick Berry
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Dive into the enchanting world of Black Folk Tales, a captivating collection of 13 Hausa folktales from Nigeria, skillfully retold and illustrated by Erick Berry, the pen name of Evangel Alenna Champlin. In the 1920s, Champlin lived in West Africa, where she met and married Oswald Best, a British Civil Service official. After relocating to the United States, Berry became a celebrated childrens book illustrator and author. This remarkable anthology not only showcases the rich cultural heritage of Africa but is also complemented by her other works, including Girls in Africa and the illustrations for her husbands novel, Garram the Hunter A Boy of the Hill Tribes. Join us on this journey through vibrant tales that celebrate the beauty of African storytelling. - Summary by Laura GibbsCopyright Comedy and Fairy Tales Arte Letteratura e narrativa Storia e critica della letteratura
Episodi
  • Early English Hero Tales-Jeannette Augustus Marks

    Early English Hero Tales-Jeannette Augustus Marks
    Aug 10 2026
    Dive into the enchanting world of Black Folk Tales, a captivating collection of 13 Hausa folktales from Nigeria, skillfully retold and illustrated by Erick Berry, the pen name of Evangel Alenna Champlin. In the 1920s, Champlin lived in West Africa, where she met and married Oswald Best, a British Civil Service official. After relocating to the United States, Berry became a celebrated childrens book illustrator and author. This remarkable anthology not only showcases the rich cultural heritage of Africa but is also complemented by her other works, including Girls in Africa and the illustrations for her husbands novel, Garram the Hunter A Boy of the Hill Tribes. Join us on this journey through vibrant tales that celebrate the beauty of African storytelling. - Summary by Laura Gibbs
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    2 ore e 27 min
  • Holiday Stories for Young People-Various

    Holiday Stories for Young People-Various
    Aug 10 2026
    Dive into the enchanting world of Black Folk Tales, a captivating collection of 13 Hausa folktales from Nigeria, skillfully retold and illustrated by Erick Berry, the pen name of Evangel Alenna Champlin. In the 1920s, Champlin lived in West Africa, where she met and married Oswald Best, a British Civil Service official. After relocating to the United States, Berry became a celebrated childrens book illustrator and author. This remarkable anthology not only showcases the rich cultural heritage of Africa but is also complemented by her other works, including Girls in Africa and the illustrations for her husbands novel, Garram the Hunter A Boy of the Hill Tribes. Join us on this journey through vibrant tales that celebrate the beauty of African storytelling. - Summary by Laura Gibbs
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    7 ore e 21 min
  • Legends of Saints and Sinners-Douglas Hyde

    Legends of Saints and Sinners-Douglas Hyde
    Aug 8 2026
    "Legends of Saints and Sinners" by Douglas Hyde delves into the rich tapestry of folklore, exploring the lives and tales of both revered saints and infamous sinners. This collection reveals the complexities of human nature, illustrating how virtue and vice coexist in our stories and beliefs. Its timeless themes of morality, redemption, and the human experience resonate deeply with listeners today, reminding us of the lessons embedded in our cultural narratives. Hyde's work invites reflection on the choices we make and the legacies we leave behind, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in the enduring power of storytelling.
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    8 ore e 7 min
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