Author : Ahmed Artan Hanghe
Publisher : Nordic Africa Institute
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 49,96 MB
Release : 1988-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9789171063779
A pioneering work in the documentation of the Somali treasure of folktales. The book contains a selection of folktales in Somali with translations into English. This publication is a valuable contribution to our knowledge of oral traditions and folklore in the Horn of Africa.
Author : ʿAbdi A. Sheik-ʿAbdi
Publisher :
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 48,77 MB
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Folk literature, Somalian
ISBN : 9781887471305
Somalia is not quite in the news as much as it was some months ago. However, while it does not exist as a unified country it still exists as a community of people living in a geographical region identified as Somalia. This is a collection of eight Somalia folk tales retold by the author. This delightful book will give some insight into the cultural beliefs of many Somalians. This is a Special Edition different in format from the 1993 edition.
Author :
Publisher : IGI Distributors
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 42,81 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :
Wise Somali leader Wiil Waal asks men to bring him the part of a sheep that symbolizes what can unite men as one.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 18,25 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Folk literature, Somali
ISBN :
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Author : Marian A. Hassan
Publisher :
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 29,78 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781931016186
A Somali-English Biligual Children's Picture Book. In this hair-raising cautionary tale from Somalia, the Hargega Valley is plagued by the monstrous Dhegdheer, who gobbles up anyone unlucky enough to cross her path. A widow and her young son try to escape her. Will they be Dhegdheer's next meal or will their virtue save them and help bring an end to Dhegdheer's reign of terror?
Author : ʻAbdi ʻAbdulqadir Sheik-ʻAbdi
Publisher : Doctor Leisure
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 34,86 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Social Science
ISBN :
Somali folklore is exceptional rich both in form and in content and it is in this field that the creative genius of the Somali people (who had remained pre-literate until recent times) displays itself.
Author : Aki'o Nakano
Publisher :
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 31,11 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Folklore
ISBN :
Author : Abdi Mahad
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 10,17 MB
Release : 2022-05
Category :
ISBN : 9781737931225
Classic Somali Folktales for Children teaches youngsters about the Somali culture through colorful and timeless tales featuring crafty, mischievous, curious, and wise animals native to the Horn of Africa. Many of these tales in their classic oral form are passed down through the generations, from grandparents to their own children and grandchildren. The beautifully illustrated stories expose readers of all ages to oral culture and traditions, teach positive character traits and universal lessons about kindness, honesty, and perseverance, and help children develop strong reading skills.
Author : Said Salah Ahmed
Publisher : Minnesota Humanities Commission
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 23,82 MB
Release : 2006-10-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781931016131
A Somali-English Bilingual Children's Picture Book. The hungry animals of the Somali forest have worked together to kill a big fat camel. Now they must decide how to divide it. Will the portions be equal? Not with the lion in charge! Read this popular Somali fable and see why, as the other animals come to understand, "the lion's share is not fair!"
Author : Mariam Mohamed
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 17,84 MB
Release : 2023
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1484672666
When a fox keeps eating a farmer's animals, he and his wife come up with a plan to get rid of him. But the clever fox has other ideas. With engaging text and easy-to-follow panels, Discover Graphics: Global Folktales are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.
