David Conrad conveys the strong narrative thrust of the Sunjata epic in his presentation of substantial excerpts from his translation of a performance by Djanka Tassey Conde.
A young boy fulfills the prophecy that he will be a great leader.
Though he makes no claim for this as the complete scholarly edition, he does provide helpful scholarly notes, a glossary, and a good bibliography. . . . Summing up: Highly recommended." --L. W. Yoder, CHOICE
Based on events from the early thirteenth century, these tales of heroism and magic are still celebrated across West Africa as part of a living epic oral tradition.
The result is a captivating work of literature that will finally give the story of Sunjata its well-deserved place among the great epics of world literature." —Martin Puchner, Byron and Anita Wien Professor of Drama and of English and ...
First Published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Sunjata: The Story of Sunjata Keita, Founder of the Mali Empire
Young Sunjata is born weak and silent, unable to walk or pull a bow. Will he fulfill the prophecy of becoming the greatest king ever to rule the Mande people? In graphic novel format.
He is originally from New York City. His favorite pastime is exploring the many art forms of storytelling. During the time of completion of this book, he was proudly serving as a senior non-commissioned offi cer in the United States Army.
All Sunjata wanted was to find information leading to the mysteries of his past, while leaving the brutal life as a mercenary behind him, forever.
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Sunjata
First Published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Are the armies and magic that stand against him undefeatable? Can Sunjata become the leader his people need?
A young boy fulfills the prophecy that he will be a great leader.