Sunjata A New Prose Version
Sunjata A New Prose Version by David C. Conrad is a UK edition published by Hackett Publishing Company, Incorporated in 2016. This 140-page work presents a prose translation of the epic tale of Sunjata, which has been passed down orally for centuries before being transcribed in the 20th century. Conrad’s adaptation aims to maintain the oral flavor of the original performance, offering readers a fresh perspective on this significant piece of literature.
In this edition, readers will encounter the rich narrative of Sunjata, exploring themes related to biography, history, and African culture. The prose translation captures the essence of the epic, making it accessible to a contemporary audience while honoring its historical roots. This work contributes to the broader understanding of African literary traditions and the importance of oral storytelling in shaping cultural identity.
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“After existing orally for hundreds of years, Sunjata was written down in the 20th century. David Conrad, who recorded a new version of the epic, has now crafted a prose translation that preserves the oral flavor of live performance. The result is a captivating work of literature that will finally give the story of Sunjata its well-deserved place among the great epics of world literature.”
–Martin Puchner, Byron and Anita Wien Professor of Drama and of English and Comparative Literature, Harvard University
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