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THE BONES OF THE ANCESTORS ARE SHAKING
XHOSA ORAL POETRY IN CONTEXT |
| By: |
Russell Kaschula, Ruth Finnegan (Foreword) |
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Paperback |
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£16.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0702152072 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780702152078 |
| Publisher: |
JUTA ACADEMIC |
| Pub. date: |
7 December, 2001 |
| Pages: |
320 |
| Description: |
This study provides an ample introduction to the subject of oral poetry, both drawing on earlier accounts and presenting the author's own material. The texts and translations included range from 19th-century examples to praises for De Klerk and the South African national soccer squad. |
| Synopsis: |
This work sketches the historical developments of the oral tradition within the Xhosa culture. It examines the changing role of the Imbongi from the 19th Century to present day, from the time where their prime responsibility was praise or reproof of those in power, through their continuance throughout their uneasy relationship with authorities in the apartheid years, and finally to their increasingly public recognition in recent times, particularly in the contexts of political action and public celebration. |
| Illustrations: |
references, index |
| Publication: |
South Africa |
| Imprint: |
Juta Academic |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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