Griots and Griottes: Masters of Words and Music by Thomas A. Hale

African Expressive Cultures

Griots and Griottes: Masters of Words and Music

Thomas A. Hale

410 pages paperback

1 edition

nonfiction history sociology medium-paced
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Griots, a uniquely African profession, fulfill a variety of roles as genealogists, historians, spokespersons, diplomats, musicians, teachers, praise singers, and advisors. Telling the story of these remarkable wordsmiths and performers, Thomas A. ...

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