Sankofa Stories, Proverbs & Poems of an African Childhood

SANKOFA is a book of African folktales, proverbs, poetry & wise sayings stemming from the African tradition of the griots. The folktales & proverbs in SANKOFA weaves imaginative myths, offers hilarious twists & teaches modes of critical thinking. It employs symbols such as trees, animals, the human body or observations of the physical environment to deliver the message. These folktales & proverbs challenge us to find answers to issues confronting us in life today. Finding answers to such issues may be then applied as unwritten counsel as we go through life. SANKOFA speaks to all of us as the griot will through these folktales, proverbs & poems. It is a must read for teachers, scholars, politicians, leaders & people of all walks of life who are interested in using these proverbs or stories in speeches, in entertainment. Audiences who have heard readings from SANKOFA remark that it is "an excellent book, informative, factual, humorous, offers a positive message & is easy to read." Six plus, 20% discount. Call/FAX 303-744-6318 (orders only). Inquiries write: Konkori, Box 102441, Denver, CO 80250.Abdulai, David is the author of 'Sankofa Stories, Proverbs & Poems of an African Childhood' with ISBN 9780964701205 and ISBN 0964701200.