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Zora Neale Hurston brings us Black America’s folklore as only she can, putting the oral history on the written page with grace and understanding. This new edition of Mules and Menfeatures a new cover and a P.S. section which includes insights, interviews, and more.
For the student of cultural history, Mules and Men is a treasury of Black America’s folklore as collected by Zora Neale Hurston, the storyteller and anthropologist who grew up hearing the songs and sermons, sayings and tall tales that have formed and oral history of the South since the time of slavery. Set intimately within the social context of Black life, the stories, “big old lies,” songs, voodoo customs, and superstitions recorded in these pages capture the imagination and bring back to life the humor and wisdom that is the unique heritage of Black Americans.
Publisher : Amistad; Reprint edition (January 8, 2008)
Language : English
Paperback : 368 pages
ISBN-10 : 0061350176
ISBN-13 : 978-0061350177
Reading age : 16 years and up
Lexile measure : 960L
Item Weight : 9.6 ounces
Dimensions : 5.31 x 0.83 x 8 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book entertaining and interesting, offering insightful anthropology into African American folklore. They appreciate the inventive characters with depth and personality. Many consider it a worthwhile read with an outstanding narration. However, some feel the pacing is slow and the story lacks focus, making it difficult to follow.
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