Mules and Men
Mules and Men by Zora Neale Hurston, published by HarperCollins on January 8, 2008, is a reprint edition comprising 368 pages. This work serves as a collection of black America’s folklore, showcasing the rich oral traditions that have shaped the cultural landscape of the South since the era of slavery. Hurston, a renowned storyteller and anthropologist, draws from her experiences in her hometown of Eatonville, Florida, to present a vibrant tapestry of songs, sayings, and tall tales that reflect the social dynamics of black life.
Readers will find a diverse array of narratives that include humorous anecdotes, Vodou customs, and superstitions, all of which highlight the unique heritage of African Americans. The stories captured in this edition not only entertain but also preserve the wisdom and humor inherent in these traditions. Through her meticulous collection, Hurston invites readers to explore the depth of black folklore and its significance within the broader context of American culture.
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Mules and Men is a treasury of black America’s folklore as collected by a famous storyteller and anthropologist who grew up hearing the songs and sermons, sayings and tall tales that have formed an oral history of the South since the time of slavery. Returning to her hometown of Eatonville, Florida, to gather material, Zora Neale Hurston recalls “a hilarious night with a pinch of everything social mixed with the storytelling.” Set intimately within the social context of black life, the stories, “big old lies,” songs, Vodou customs, and superstitions recorded in these pages capture the imagination and bring back to life the humor and wisdom that is the unique heritage of African Americans.
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