Griots and Griottes

Description:

"Griots fulfill a variety of roles - genealogist, historian, spokesperson, diplomat, musician, teacher, warrior, praise singer, master of ceremonies, advisor - and are unique to Africa. Griots and Griottes tells the story of these remarkable wordsmiths and performers and presents the first comprehensive portrait of the world of this profession."--BOOK JACKET.

subjects: African Laudatory poetry,  Folklore,  Griots,  History and criticism,  Laudatory poetry, African,  Oral tradition,  Performance,  Storytelling,  African american entertainers,  History

Places: Africa