Calabash Stories

Author : Jeffrey J. Higa
Publisher : LSU Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780807175491

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Calabash Stories by Jeffrey J. Higa Pdf

In the tradition of Gabriel García Márquez and Maxine Hong Kingston, and deeply rooted in the intricacies of the author’s Japanese-Hawaiian heritage, Calabash Stories is a lucid, unforgettable collection. Jeffrey J. Higa’s stories arise from different points in the same fertile landscape: At times, the recurrence of certain details (a beige Volkswagen bug, a famous entertainer) makes them glow with deeper meaning; at others, the reemergence of potent archetypes (a sick child, an old man living alone) invokes a dream state held between author and reader. Like the traditional Hawaiian calabash, these stories invite their reader to a family table where we are welcomed and nourished by communal traditions. Higa is a master storyteller, delighting in life’s humor and strangeness while arriving at the intimacy and poignancy that come from a shared understanding of grief.

Author : Christopher Fowler
Publisher : Hydra
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780399180460

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Calabash by Christopher Fowler Pdf

A twisted take on Narnia, this warmhearted, dryly comic novel from the award-winning author of the Peculiar Crimes Unit series starring Bryant & May transports readers to the last poignant moment of freedom before growing up. Kay Goodwin is a sixteen-year-old boy with a smart mouth and too much imagination, trapped in the most dismal place in England at the worst possible time: the early seventies. Marooned in the rundown seaside resort of Cole Bay, with its crumbling pier and grumbling pensioners, Kay experiences each day as a horrible comedy of errors—until he discovers a faraway land with characters who are impossibly exotic yet strangely familiar. In the kingdom of Calabash, he can have everything he’s ever wanted from life. There’s only one small problem: Calabash doesn’t technically exist. In a country that’s still hungover from the sixties, Kay finds it all too easy to retreat from reality. But he’s prepared to risk everything to find out what makes him different, what his life really holds, and what happens to those who believe in the impossible. Look for Christopher Fowler’s fantasy and horror classics, now available as ebooks: CALABASH | DISTURBIA | PSYCHOVILLE | RED GLOVES | ROOFWORLD | SPANKY

Author : Okpame Oronsaye
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2022-02-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9783755733416

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Why The Tortoise Lives Under a Heap of Rubbish and Other Stories by Okpame Oronsaye Pdf

Why The Tortoise Lives Under A Heap Of Rubbish In The Forest And Other Stories is a compilation of some fairytales of the Edo people, retold for children aged 8 to 10 years. The Edo people live in Nigeria, and their capital city is Benin City.

Author : Robert van
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2010-11-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780226849027

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Necklace and Calabash by Robert van Pdf

Brought back into print in the 1990s to wide acclaim, re-designed new editions of Robert van Gulik's Judge Dee Mysteries are now available. Written by a Dutch diplomat and scholar during the 1950s and 1960s, these lively and historically accurate mysteries have entertained a devoted following for decades. Set during the T'ang dynasty, they feature Judge Dee, a brilliant and cultured Confucian magistrate disdainful of personal luxury and corruption, who cleverly selects allies to help him navigate the royal courts, politics, and ethnic tensions in imperial China. Robert van Gulik modeled Judge Dee on a magistrate of that name who lived in the seventh century, and he drew on stories and literary conventions of Chinese mystery writing dating back to the Sung dynasty to construct his ingenious plots. Necklace and Calabash finds Judge Dee returning to his district of Poo-yang, where the peaceful town of Riverton promises a few days' fishing and relaxation. Yet a chance meeting with a Taoist recluse, a gruesome body fished out of the river, strange guests at the Kingfisher Inn, and a princess in distress thrust the judge into one of the most intricate and baffling mysteries of his career. An expert on the art and erotica as well as the literature, religion, and politics of China, van Gulik also provides charming illustrations to accompany his engaging and entertaining mysteries.

Author : Ce, Chin
Publisher : Handel Books
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-11
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9789783603578

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African Short Stories: Vol 1 by Ce, Chin Pdf

The International Society of Literary Fellows (Lsi) is the society of creative writers and scholars from African and the world with a critical interest in current developments around modern cultures of indigenous and foreign language expressions. In partnership with Progeny international, the Lsi aims to assess and promote the emergence of works of visionary creative impetus in the genres of modern African fiction, non-fiction and visual arts. 38 stories are included in this anthology.

Author : Colin Channer
Publisher : Akashic Books
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1933354054

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Iron Balloons by Colin Channer Pdf

Jamaica's literary lion Colin Channer presents new fiction from the freshest young Jamaican authors and the Calabash International Literary Festival's Extended Family.

Author : Olajire Olanlokun
Publisher : Heinemann
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Readers
ISBN : 0435892479

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The Missing Calabash by Olajire Olanlokun Pdf

One of a series of readers for African students which aims to help them to develop an awareness and a love of language, and consists of stories from all over Africa. In this story a chief who is plotting against the new king of Opela decides to steal one of the symbols of royalty, the calabash.

Author : Ali Abdael
Publisher : drew dally Publishers
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-12-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Short Stories From Africa by Ali Abdael Pdf

Journey to the heart of Africa with "Short Stories From Africa: 40 Folktales of the Motherland from The Diaspora," a captivating collection that brings the rich tapestry of African folklore right to your fingertips. This book is a celebration of African culture, spanning the entire continent from the vibrant West to the majestic South, the ancient North to the lively East. Crafted for Africans in the diaspora, this collection serves as a luminous thread connecting them to their ancestral heritage. Each folktale is a window into the diverse ways of life, beliefs, and traditions that pulse through the continent, offering readers a chance to immerse themselves in the wisdom and spirit of Africa. Why This Book Is Special: A Pan-African Treasure: Experience a diverse range of stories from every region of Africa, each tale a testament to the continent's rich storytelling tradition. Cultural Richness: These folktales offer a vibrant glimpse into the daily life, moral values, and cultural practices that define African communities. Lessons to Cherish: After each story, insightful lessons bring to light the deeper meanings and teachings inherent in African folklore. Bridging Worlds: For Africans living far from their native lands, this book is a reconnecting link to their roots, offering comfort, identity, and a sense of belonging. "Short Stories From Africa" is more than a book—it's a heritage journey. It invites readers of all backgrounds, especially those from the diaspora, to explore the enchanting world of African folklore and to carry the legacy of these tales into the future. Whether you're seeking a connection to your African roots or are eager to explore the folktales of this vibrant continent, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your library. Embark on this mesmerizing journey with 'Short Stories From Africa: 40 Folktales of the Motherland from The Diaspora'. Discover the stories that have shaped a culture and let them inspire you. Available now.

Author : J. G. Goodacre,S. Makosana
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Children's stories, South African (English)
ISBN : 0636013529

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Calabash by J. G. Goodacre,S. Makosana Pdf

A wide-ranging collection of poems from Africa, the Carribbean, North and South American, Britain and Australia which also includes a variety of activities.

Author : William Gordh
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2006-04-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780897899857

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Stories in Action by William Gordh Pdf

Promote the love of story, familiarize children with a variety of story forms and stimulate curiosity in diverse subjects while building basic literacy skills. In this guide, dozens of enchanting stories from around the world are accompanied by simple learning extensions for children (ages 4 through 8) that build such important literacy skills as print awareness, print motivation, vocabulary, phonological awareness, listening skills, and predicting and sequencing skills. Each of the 14 chapters begins with an interactive, illustrated folktale finger play as the starting point for a range of literacy building activities such as acting out, re-telling, writing, and discussions; and ends with a short list of related books. A great resource for library story hour, the book will also be invaluable to storytellers, teachers, day care centers, and after school programs. Grades PreK-3. Enchant children with these interactive stories while building a solid foundation for literacy in young learners. This guide is designed to promote in children (ages 4 through 8) the love of story, familiarize them with a variety of story forms, stimulate curiosity in diverse subjects, and build literacy skills. It offers approximately 40 engaging and interactive tales from around the world along with related activities, and it provides educators and storytellers with a wealth of exciting material for literacy and storytelling programs. The book is organized in three sections-Exploring Structures of Stories, Exploring Themes and Characters through Stories, and Exploring Cultures through Stories. Each of the 14 chapters begins with an interactive, illustrated folktale finger play as starting point for a range of literacy building activities such as acting out, re-telling, writing, and discussions. Related stories and picture book references build upon such themes as tall tales, sharing, magical helpers, and the rain forest. Tips for working with younger children, as well as gifted and older children are also included. Grades PreK-3.

Author : Bertil Söderberg
Publisher : Firma Mats Soderberg Media
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9789163713422

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Congolese Stories by Bertil Söderberg Pdf

Congo’s folk tales are rich and diverse. Legends, myths, tales and fables have been passed on from generation to generation, and in some cases a tale or a fable has been shortened into a proverb with a vast cultural significance that varies depending on the storyteller’s depiction of it. From a single source that can be summed up in just a few words, the African storyteller relates human imperfection and morality, religious representations and the surrounding nature to his listeners. Children gather in a circle around the storyteller and as he talks of lifeless objects, such as a piece of pottery, or African animals as symbolic of people, everyone listens enthusiastically. He needn’t explain what a calabash is (the dried shell of a bottle gourd from the cucurbit vine). His listeners recognise the names of large trees as well as common animals that appear in the fables. To directly translate an African storyteller’s representation is nearly impossible since it would require too much detailed interpretation. Instead, I have tried to use the same method as African storytellers use. Beginning with a basic topic, I have attempted to explain Congo’s environment to Swedish children and hopefully to older readers as well. The material used in these tales comes from two spokesmen of today’s Congo-Brazzaville. The first, Monsieur N’Zaba Philippe, comes from the Babembe tribe. He has been the dedicated district leader for the mission area of Dolisie for many years. The second is Monsieur Pomo from the woodland inhabitants of Bambamba, a tribe attached to the Bakuta people. Some of the tales have been obtained from Congolese literature. Gothenburg 1964, Bertil Söderberg For Jan-Olov, Kerstin, Per and Mats

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Social Science
ISBN : IND:39000005810721

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The Calabash of Wisdom and Other Igbo Stories by Anonim Pdf

Author : Samantha Langsdale,Elizabeth Rae Coody
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-20
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781496827647

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Monstrous Women in Comics by Samantha Langsdale,Elizabeth Rae Coody Pdf

Contributions by Novia Shih-Shan Chen, Elizabeth Rae Coody, Keri Crist-Wagner, Sara Durazo-DeMoss, Charlotte Johanne Fabricius, Ayanni C. Hanna, Christina M. Knopf, Tomoko Kuribayashi, Samantha Langsdale, Jeannie Ludlow, Marcela Murillo, Sho Ogawa, Pauline J. Reynolds, Stefanie Snider, J. Richard Stevens, Justin Wigard, Daniel F. Yezbick, and Jing Zhang Monsters seem to be everywhere these days, in popular shows on television, in award-winning novels, and again and again in Hollywood blockbusters. They are figures that lurk in the margins and so, by contrast, help to illuminate the center—the embodiment of abnormality that summons the definition of normalcy by virtue of everything they are not. Samantha Langsdale and Elizabeth Rae Coody’s edited volume explores the coding of woman as monstrous and how the monster as dangerously evocative of women/femininity/the female is exacerbated by the intersection of gender with sexuality, race, nationality, and disability. To analyze monstrous women is not only to examine comics, but also to witness how those constructions correspond to women’s real material experiences. Each section takes a critical look at the cultural context surrounding varied monstrous voices: embodiment, maternity, childhood, power, and performance. Featured are essays on such comics as Faith, Monstress, Bitch Planet, and Batgirl and such characters as Harley Quinn and Wonder Woman. This volume probes into the patriarchal contexts wherein men are assumed to be representative of the normative, universal subject, such that women frequently become monsters.

Author : Neil Skinner
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013-12-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136968334

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Hausa Tales and Traditions by Neil Skinner Pdf

First Published in 1969. This is a translation from Hausa of Frank Edgar’s three volumes of his African folktale, Tatsunijoyi Na Hausa, his major work. The Hausa whose folklore Edgar recorded so industriously are the largest ethnic group in Northern Nigeria and number many millions.

Author : Sharon Barcan Elswit
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017-10-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781476663043

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The Caribbean Story Finder by Sharon Barcan Elswit Pdf

The Caribbean islands have a vibrant oral folklore. In Jamaica, the clever spider Anansi, who outsmarts stronger animals, is a symbol of triumph by the weak over the powerful. The fables of the foolish Juan Bobo, who tries to bring milk home in a burlap bag, illustrate facets of traditional Puerto Rican life. Conflict over status, identity and power is a recurring theme--in a story from Trinidad, a young bull, raised by his mother in secret, challenges his tyrannical father who has killed all the other males in the herd. One in a series of folklore reference guides by the author, this volume shares summaries of 438 tales--some in danger of disappearing--retold in English and Creole from West African, European, and slave indigenous cultures in 24 countries and territories. Tales are grouped in themed sections with a detailed subject index and extensive links to online sources.