African Mythology, Bernard Hayes
African Mythology, Bernard Hayes
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African Mythology
A Concise Guide to the Gods, Heroes, Sagas, Rituals and Beliefs of African Myths

Author: Bernard Hayes

Narrator: Gareth Johnson

Unabridged: 1 hr 53 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/11/2018


Synopsis

This book is dedicated to exploring the gods and goddesses that the people on the African continent worshiped, and within the pages, you will find more information about:Background facts about African culture, such as art, foods, and traditionsThe most amazing and controversial African mythsThe top 10 infamous mythical legends and folklore from the African continentAn extensive list of African gods and goddessesThe great story of "Hlakanyana the Cunning"The dramatic legend of Anansi, the spider, the trickster, and spirit of knowledge in African mythologyBeautiful baby names derived from African mythologyCrazy myths about African vampires African mythology is intricate, complex, and the ideals behind some of their mythological beliefs were often intertwined with actual events. This book examines how both myth and fact contributed to the culture and traditions of the African people and how these influences and some stories continue to live on throughout the centuries. Download to get started today!

Reviews

Goodreads review by Loveline on April 22, 2021

I will preface this by saying that this book definitely lives up to its title; it is very short. It gives a bare-bones look at African myths and the history and culture behind those myths. It's an okay place to start if one is just getting into African mythology. I'll admit that much of my dislike c......more

Goodreads review by Stinne on June 24, 2023

Alt for mange lister over guder og hvad de gør og meget lidt omkring myter......more

Goodreads review by Ayesha on November 29, 2020

It wasn't bad for such a short book but it felt limited and necessary. Things I could have found in a YouTube video.......more

Goodreads review by Caitlin on November 01, 2021

A very informative read. With interesting stories. My favorite being those involving elephants. :) Worth the read.......more