Folk Tales and Fables from The Gambia
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Folk Tales and Fables from The Gambia

Volume 2

  1. 138 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Folk Tales and Fables from The Gambia

Volume 2

About this book

The fight between Massaneh Ceesay and Bakary Niuminko for the hand of the beautiful Banjulian girl, Fatou, has been a popular legend in The Gambia. The two men used marabouts notable in their mystic powers to win the young lady. Who did she choose? This second volume of Folk tales and Fables includes myths as well as fables. Koochi Barama is a story that transcends all the Gambian tribes. He was a close childhood friend of the king of Sabach. Koochi lived with his two wives. This story shows how lies and betrayal can affect close relationships. In the olden days, rulers used to forge alliances and exchange experiences. The close bond between the kings of Niamanty and Burawulay was well respected. Thus when the king of Niamanty died, his friend was consulted in the administration of his estate. The fables in this collection continue to teach the moral lessons and Gambia's cultural values.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Introduction
  5. Contents
  6. 1. The rivalry between Massaneh Ceesay and Bakary Niuminko
  7. 2. Forest residents of Balleh dig a well
  8. 3. Hare, hyena and nanny goat
  9. 4. Koochi Barama and his puzzle
  10. 5. Hare get hyena and elephant to work on his farm
  11. 6. Hyena, hare and elephant register for a tug of war contest
  12. 7. Two kings make a pact
  13. 8. Hare and hyena pay a visit to the king
  14. 9. Glossary