Southern African Folktales Marcella Ubrig Geschftsfhrerin Kchenland Hemmingen, Kchenland M. From the Zambezi river to the Cape of Good Hope come stories of the heavens, tricksters, revenge, and transformation from the many peoples of Southern Africa. Southern African Folktales showcases a region of impressive diversity: from forests to deserts, coasts to mountains, and subtropical to temperate climates. This area is home to peoples such as the Zulu, Pedi, and Venda, and the ancient San, whose territories span much of the region, along with countless other tribes. This region includes the modern countries of Angola, Botswana, Eswatini (Swaziland), Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. The folktales share common themes and roots, passed down orally to explain the world, guide society, and entertain. They reflect the peoples' migrations across mineral rich lands. This lively collection, complete with a new introduction, contains tales from across the region. It includes stories of creation and origins, trickster animals and their lessons, and themes of hardship, greed, and love. AUTHOR: Jake Jackson has written, edited, and contributed to over 20 books on mythology and folklore. His related works encompass studies of Babylonian creation myths, the philosophy of time, and William Blake's use of mythology in his visionary literature. 10 b w line drawings