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Compiler Jekyll, Walter
Author of introduction, etc. Werner, Alice, 1859-1935
Contributor Broadwood, Lucy Etheldred, 1858-1929
Contributor Myers, Charles S. (Charles Samuel), 1873-1946
LoC No. 07023639
Title Jamaican song and story : Annancy stories, digging sings, ring tunes, and dancing tunes
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Summary "Jamaican Song and Story: Annancy Stories, Digging Sings, Ring Tunes, and Dancing Tunes" by Walter Jekyll is a collection of folk tales and songs from Jamaica, likely compiled in the early 20th century. The work prominently features Annancy, a trickster spider figure known for his cunning and greed, along with a variety of folk songs and tunes that capture the cultural essence of Jamaican life. With roots in both African and European traditions, the stories reflect the struggles, humor, and vibrancy of the Jamaican spirit. The opening of this collection introduces readers to the charm and engaging nature of Annancy stories, inviting them to visualize gatherings where animated narrators share tales that evoke laughter and connection among listeners. Jekyll presents Annancy as a lazy yet clever trickster, often entangled in humorous predicaments that highlight his selfishness and appetite for food. The narrative sets the tone for an exploration of folk culture through both storytelling and song, aiming to entertain while preserving the rich heritage of Jamaican folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Subject Folklore -- Jamaica
Subject Folk songs, English -- Jamaica
Subject Folk music -- Jamaica
Subject Anansi (Legendary character)
Category Text
EBook-No. 35410
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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