Why Ostriches Don't Fly and Other Tales from the African Bush: [Hardcover]

Irene Lewis (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1563084023 | ISBN-13: 978-1563084027 | Publication Date: January 15, 1997 | Edition: First Edition

Ancestors of the nomadic group called San (or Bushmen) once roamed the northern territories of Africa and the Mediterranean. Now inhabiting the Kalahari desert (the place that dried up long ago) in South Africa, these fascinating people are known for their astonishing memory, extraordinary talents for hunting and tracking, superior abilities for finding food and water, and great storytelling. Here then is a portrait of one of the world's oldest and most remarkable cultures and its environment. The group's history, nomadic way of life, beliefs, customs, and stories are offered to readers with exquisite illustrations and color photographs of people, animals, and the land. Fifteen traditional tales, such as The Rain Bull, The First Tug-of-War, In Search of the Golden Prize, and All the Stars of Heaven, are presented in poetic verse and juxtaposed with commentary on the challenges this group faces today. The author has also included a glossary and a bibliography of resources for further study.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 105 pages
• Publisher: Libraries Unlimited; First Edition edition (January 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1563084023
• ISBN-13: 978-1563084027
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,853,789 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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