Indaba, My Children: African Tribal History, Legends, Customs And Religious Beli

Description: Indaba, My Children: African Tribal History, Legends, Customs And Religious Beliefs by Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa The critically acclaimed South African bestseller FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First published in 1964, Indaba, My Children is an internationally acclaimed collection of African folk tales that chart the story of African tribal life since the time of the Phoenicians. It is these stories that have shaped Africa as we know it. Author Biography Credo Mutwa was born in 1922 in Natal, the grandson of Ziko Shezi, a Bantu witch doctor who was the guardian of his tribes history. In 1963, Mutwa himself was officially proclaimed High Witch Doctor, but the following year he broke his sacred oath of secrecy by writing Indaba, My Children. The book was both a commercial and critical success (it has sold over 250,000 copies in South Africa alone) and Credo Mutwa has gone on to write a number of other works as well as pursuing his talents as a painter and sculptor. He currently lives at the Shamwari Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape where he has founded a traditional healing centre. Kirkus UK Review First published in 1964, Indaba, My Children was internationally acclaimed for its wonderful collection of tales and legends charting the story of African tribal life. Recognizing that the tales he had learned from the elders gave direction to his life, as well as motivating him to further his knowledge of his peoples history, Credo Mutwa was also embarking on a far more ambitious project when he compiled this volume. By revealing so much of his countrys traditions to a white audience he was breaking tribal law, but he believed passionately that a deeper understanding of African culture would prevent much of the racial disharmony of our times. By drawing on the ancient art of storytelling to preserve and promote the past, Mutwa sends the reader on a superbly uplifting journey through the tales and legends of Africa. This is a truly enriching and fascinating read. (Kirkus UK) Promotional "Headline" The critically acclaimed South African bestseller Details ISBN0862417589 Author Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa ISBN-10 0862417589 ISBN-13 9780862417581 Format Paperback Subtitle African Tribal History, Legends, Customs and Religious Beliefs Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 398.2096 Media Book Language English Edition Main Pages 720 Year 2001 Publication Date 2001-01-01 UK Release Date 2001-01-01 AU Release Date 2001-01-01 NZ Release Date 2001-01-01 Publisher Canongate Books Imprint Canongate Books Edition Description Main Audience General Illustrations Black and white line drawings throughout. 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:921469;

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