Specimens of Bushman Folklore (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. H. I. Bleek

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483198706 ISBN 13: 9780483198708

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore ancient voices from Southern Africa in their own words.

This volume gathers authentic Bushman folklore, presented with English translations and scholarly notes that illuminate language, culture, and storytelling traditions.

The collection combines original texts, parsing of Bushman signs, and biographical sketches of the storytellers, offering both the tales and the context that shaped them. Rich with illustrations and editorial introductions, it helps readers understand how these narratives were recorded and what they reveal about the people behind them.

• Original pieces of native literature paired with accessible English translations.
• Explanations of the special signs used to render Bushman phonetics and pronunciation.
• Biographical notes on the givers of the tales and their communities.
• Editorial context and illustrations that bring the stories to life.

Ideal for readers of folklore, anthropology, and South African history who want a deeper, legible view of Bushman storytelling and language.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483198706
• ISBN 13: 9780483198708
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 614