Publisher's Synopsis
Jamaican Song And Story: Annancy Stories, Digging Sings, Ring Tunes And Dancing Tunes (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is a book written by Walter Jekyll. It is a collection of Jamaican folk tales, songs, and stories that have been passed down through generations. The book includes Annancy stories, which are tales about a mischievous spider named Anansi who uses his wit and cunning to outsmart his opponents. Additionally, the book contains digging sings, which are songs that were traditionally sung by Jamaican laborers while working in the fields. The book also features ring tunes and dancing tunes, which are songs that were used for social gatherings and celebrations. This large print edition of the book is designed to make the text easier to read for those with visual impairments or reading difficulties. Overall, Jamaican Song And Story: Annancy Stories, Digging Sings, Ring Tunes And Dancing Tunes (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is a fascinating collection of Jamaican folklore that provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the island.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) And Appendices On Traces Of African Melody In Jamaica By C. S. Myers And On English Airs And Motifs In Jamaica By Lucy E. Broadwood.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.
