| Author | : Credo Vusa'mazulu Mutwa |
| Publisher | : Canongate Books |
| Total Pages | : 721 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0862417589 |
Comprehensive and beautifully written, this collection of African folktales is a stunning ethnographic achievement and riveting narrative of the mythical origins of the Zulu culture.
| Author | : Credo Vusa'mazulu Mutwa |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 378 |
| Release | : 1966 |
| Genre | : Africa |
| ISBN | : |
" ... Combining various legends and myths, with perhaps only the vaguest background of historical fact," [pref.].
| Author | : Slovie Jungreis-Wolff |
| Publisher | : St. Martin's Griffin |
| Total Pages | : 284 |
| Release | : 2009-01-06 |
| Genre | : Family & Relationships |
| ISBN | : 1429948922 |
With the seemingly insurmountable pressures placed on families today, many parents lack the spiritual foundation and practical knowledge to chart a clear-cut course in child-rearing. Parents question whether nurturing their children's souls is even possible in the fast-paced materialistic culture in which we live. Utilizing the insight that springs from her knowledge of Torah wisdom, her personal experiences and the experiences of those she has counseled, Slovie Jungreis-Wolff, a longtime parenting coach and advisor to young couples and families teaches in detail how to approach the entire gamut of issues, with a special emphasis on strengthening the child's morality and character. Parents will learn how to: • Instill simchas hachayim, "true joy," in their children • Value chessed, kindness, in a self-absorbed world • Create a mikdash me'at, a home filled with calm and reflection • Teach children gratitude and appreciation • And much more... From discipline to sibling rivalry to effective communication skills, Raising a Child with Soul offers unique concepts and pragmatic ideas that can be understood and applied to both Jewish and non-Jewish households.
| Author | : Credo Vusa'mazulu Mutwa |
| Publisher | : Leetes Island Books |
| Total Pages | : 190 |
| Release | : 2001 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : |
Vusumazulu Credo Mutwa tells the story of his life as an artist, political activist, and healer. Mutwa, the most famous African traditional healer of the 20th century, shares the wisdom of Africa’s traditional sangomas and healers in this beautiful volume, which includes an audio CD that captures the prayers, sacred songs, and sounds of the culture. In addition to his works as a healer and champion of native South Africans and their culture, Mutwa is an outspoken artist and critic best known for his sculpture and paintings. Includes audio CD.
| Author | : Jamilla Okubo |
| Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
| Total Pages | : 144 |
| Release | : 2020-03-10 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1452182884 |
Tales of East Africa is a collection of 22 traditional tales from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Welcome to a world of magical adventure—a place where a boy spares the life of a fearsome monster, a flock of doves brings a girl back from the dead, and a hare wreaks havoc among all the other animals. Translated and transcribed by folklorists and anthropologists in the early 20th century, these stories evoke the distinctive beauty and irresistible humor of East African folklore. • The tales come alive alongside bold, contemporary art in this special illustrated edition. • Each story transports readers to an enthralling world. • Part of the popular Tales series, featuring Tales of Japan, Celtic Tales, and Tales of India Tales of East Africa will enthrall fans of fairytales and captivate those interested in East Africa's rich history and culture. Readers will encounter mischievous animals, plucky heroes and heroines, and monsters, and artist Jamilla Okubo pairs each tale with a bold and vibrant illustration. • A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the shelf or on the coffee table. • A perfect gift for fairy tale and folklore lovers, fans of East African culture, people of East African ancestry, collectors of illustrated classics, adults and teens alike, and bibliophiles • Add it to the collection of books like The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa by Alexander McCall Smith, Favorite African Folktales by Nelson Mandela, and Indaba My Children: African Folktales by Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa
| Author | : Athol Fugard |
| Publisher | : Theatre Communications Group |
| Total Pages | : 97 |
| Release | : 1993-01-01 |
| Genre | : Drama |
| ISBN | : 1559366915 |
The search for a means to an end to apartheid erupts into conflict between a black township youth and his "old-fashioned" black teacher.
| Author | : Credo Vusa'mazulu Mutwa |
| Publisher | : Grove Press |
| Total Pages | : 716 |
| Release | : 1999 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 9780802136046 |
Comprehensive and beautifully written, this collection of African folktales is a stunning ethnographic achievement and riveting narrative of the mythical origins of the Zulu culture.
| Author | : Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa |
| Publisher | : Destiny Books |
| Total Pages | : 256 |
| Release | : 2003-10-10 |
| Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
| ISBN | : 9780892811298 |
Offers a rare view into the world of a Zulu shaman • Includes 14 Zulu myths as told by a traditional Zulu story keeper • Reveals Zulu shamanic practices, including healing techniques, dreamwork, oracles, prophecy, and interactions with star beings In this rare window into Zulu mysticism, Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa breaks the bonds of traditional silence to share his personal experiences as a sangoma—a Zulu shaman. Set against the backdrop of post-colonial South Africa, Zulu Shaman relays the first-person accounts of an African healer and reveals the cosmology of the Zulu. Mutwa begins with the compelling story of his personal journey as an English-trained Christian schoolteacher who receives a calling to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps as a shaman and keeper of folklore. He then tells the stories of his ancestors, including creation myths; how evil came to the world; the adventures of the trickster god Kintu; and Zulu relations with the “fiery visitors,” whom he likens to extraterrestrials. In an attempt to preserve the knowledge of his ancestors and encourage his vision of a world united in peace and harmony, Mutwa also shares previously guarded secrets of Zulu healing and spiritual practices: including the curing power of the sangoma and the psychic powers of his people.
