Sundiata: an Epic of Old Mali 2nd Edition by D. Niane (English) Paperback Book

Description: Sundiata: an Epic of Old Mali 2nd Edition by D. Niane This is a revision of Sundiata: An Epic of Old Mali, a best seller for 30 years.Retold by griots, the guardians of African Culture, this oral tradition has been handed down from the thirteenth century and captures all the mystery and majesty of medieval African kingship. It is the epic tale, based on an actual figure, of Sundiata (Sunjata). Part history and part legend, it tells how Sundiata fulfilled the prophesies that he would unite the twelve kingdoms of Mali into a powerful empire.This Revised Edition includes background information which provides a geographical, religious, social, and political context for the story. A 'who's who of characters' and 'a glossary of places' will enhance the reader's experience. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is a revision of Sundiata: An Epic of Old Mali, a best seller for 30 years. Retold by griots, the guardians of African Culture, this oral tradition has been handed down from the thirteenth century and captures all the mystery and majesty of medieval African kingship. It is the epic tale, based on an actual figure, of Sundiata (Sunjata). Part history and part legend, it tells how Sundiata fulfilled the prophesies that he would unite the twelve kingdoms of Mali into a powerful empire. This Revised Edition includes background information which provides a geographical, religious, social, and political context for the story. A whos who of characters and a glossary of places will enhance the readers experience. Author Biography Born in Guinea, author and playwright Djibril Tamsir Niane is a descendant of griots – African oral historians/storytellers. He translated Sundiata, as told by the griot Djeli Mamadou Kouyate, into French under the title Soundjata ou Epoque Mandiginue in 1960. It was later translated into English by G. D. Pickett in 1965. Table of Contents Map Introduction to the Revised Edition Background Information Geography Religion Society Politics Oral Tradition, Pronunciation and Spelling Whos Who of Characters/Glossary of Places Preface The Story of Sundiata The Words of the Griot Mamadou Kouyatç The First Kings of Mali The Buffalo Woman The Lion Child Childhood The Lions Awakening Exile Soumaoro Kantç: The Sorcerer King History The Baobab Leaves The Return The Names of the Heroes Nana Triban and Balla Fassçkç Krina The Empire Kouroukan Fougan or The Division of the World Niani Eternal MaliAuthors Notes Long Description This is a revision of Sundiata: An Epic of Old Mali, a best seller for 30 years. Retold by griots, the guardians of African Culture, this oral tradition has been handed down from the thirteenth century and captures all the mystery and majesty of medieval African kingship. It is the epic tale, based on an actual figure, of Sundiata (Sunjata). Part history and part legend, it tells how Sundiata fulfilled the prophesies that he would unite the twelve kingdoms of Mali into a powerful empire.This Revised Edition includes background information which provides a geographical, religious, social, and political context for the story. A who s who of characters and a glossary of places will enhance the reader s experience. Details ISBN1405849428 Short Title SUNDIATA REV/E Language English Translator G.D. Pickett ISBN-10 1405849428 ISBN-13 9781405849425 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2006 DOI 10.1604/9781405849425 Imprint Longman Place of Publication Harlow Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2006-10-18 NZ Release Date 2006-10-18 UK Release Date 2006-10-25 Author D. Niane Pages 120 Publisher Pearson Education Limited Edition Description 2nd edition Edition 2nd Publication Date 2006-10-25 Replaces 9780582264755 DEWEY 398.2096623 Audience General Series Longman African Writers/Classics We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:116563438;

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