Songs And Tales From The Dark Continent

Songs And Tales From The Dark Continent by Natalie Curtis is a collection of African folk songs and stories that offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the continent. The book features songs and tales from various African tribes, including the Zulu, Xhosa, and Yoruba, and is divided into three sections: Songs of Love and War, Tales of Animals and Men, and Songs of Work and Play. Each section includes a brief introduction that provides context for the songs and stories, as well as notes on the musical and cultural traditions of the African tribes. The book also includes sheet music for each of the songs, as well as illustrations by Paul Honore that capture the vibrancy and diversity of African culture. Overall, Songs And Tales From The Dark Continent is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the music and folklore of Africa, and is sure to delight readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.