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The Watkins Book of African Folklore -Helen Nde

Thu, 13 Mar

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Zoom Webinar

Noted folklorist Helen Nde brings us the ultimate collection of African folklore. Discover 50 entertaining tales and commentary, combining vivid storytelling, astonishing imagination and careful research, presented in a beautiful, foiled gift package.

The Watkins Book of African Folklore -Helen Nde
The Watkins Book of African Folklore -Helen Nde

Time & Location

13 Mar 2025, 17:00 – 18:00

Zoom Webinar

About the event

**This event is an online Zoom Webinar. To attend, you will need to use the following registration link: **

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_t3f8P1FMQKSuscQNzM_pZA


From creation myths and foundation legends, to fascinating stories of human relationships and amusing animal tales, this marvellous collection offers a diverse look at the countries and cultures across the African continent, enhanced by historical context ( including colonial influences) meticulously researched by noted

folklorist Helen Nde.


Discover 50 tales that take you north to Egypt, west to Sierra Leone, east to Somalia, south to South Africa and many places in-between. Explore the geographical and cultural variety of the continent with stories such as:

  • FROM ALGERIA: “The Story of the First Man and Woman”, who meet when they struggle over access to a well, but go on to have 100 children and start the human race.

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