Griots and Griottes

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410 pages 1998

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"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.

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