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A Touch of Trinidadian Folklore, Today

by Phillippa J. Allard
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781035870202
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Austin Macauley
  • Publisher Imprint: Austin Macauley
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 58
  • Original Price: USD 7.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 84 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Fantasy / General

Dive into the enchanting world of traditional folklore legends from the tiny island nation of Trinidad and Tobago, where tales dating back to the 1780s, the era of slavery in the West Indies, have been kept alive for generations. In this captivating collection, seven unique stories are masterfully crafted in various literary genres, each one immediately grabbing the reader's attention and holding it until the very end. These legends, originally told and celebrated in Africa, were passed down through generations of slaves who preserved them in the Caribbean islands. As the title suggests, these timeless stories have been skillfully adapted to fit within the context of today's society while maintaining the authentic portrayals and power of the seven folklore characters: The Soucouyant, Papa Bois, The Douen, The Silk-cotton tree, The Obeah-man, La Diablesse, and Bad-Eye. The main characters, including children, find themselves entangled in intricate and thrilling plots that reach a climax with the appearance and intervention of the featured folklore character. This book offers a rare opportunity for readers, both those familiar with Trinidadian folklore and those who have yet to discover its magic, to be enlightened and entertained.

Allard, Phillippa J.: - Phillippa J Allard is a retired Secondary School English teacher of 34-plus years. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of the West Indies in 1981, specializing in English Literature, French and Psychology. During her marriage of sixteen years and bearing one daughter, she pursued studies at the Catholic Bible Institute. She later studied at the Seminary of the Ugandan Martyrs, Mt. St. Benedict for three years, gaining a Diploma in Theology. She is currently a tutor/facilitator at the Catholic Bible Institute.

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