South African Folk-Tales

040 - The Origin of Death

Join James Albert Honeij (Honey) as he takes you on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of South African folklore. In this collection, he presents a diverse array of tales sourced from previously published works in English, along with enchanting stories translated from Afrikaans and cherished memories from his childhood. This anthology features San and Khoekhoe narratives, as well as tales from the Bantu traditions of southern Africa, with a delightful emphasis on animal stories, particularly the cunning jackal. Experience the magic of these timeless tales that reflect the culture and wisdom of the region. - Summary by Laura Gibbs

039 - Lion's Defeat

Join James Albert Honeij (Honey) as he takes you on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of South African folklore. In this collection, he presents a diverse array of tales sourced from previously published works in English, along with enchanting stories translated from Afrikaans and cherished memories from his childhood. This anthology features San and Khoekhoe narratives, as well as tales from the Bantu traditions of southern Africa, with a delightful emphasis on animal stories, particularly the cunning jackal. Experience the magic of these timeless tales that reflect the culture and wisdom of the region. - Summary by Laura Gibbs

038 - Horse Cursed by Sun

Join James Albert Honeij (Honey) as he takes you on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of South African folklore. In this collection, he presents a diverse array of tales sourced from previously published works in English, along with enchanting stories translated from Afrikaans and cherished memories from his childhood. This anthology features San and Khoekhoe narratives, as well as tales from the Bantu traditions of southern Africa, with a delightful emphasis on animal stories, particularly the cunning jackal. Experience the magic of these timeless tales that reflect the culture and wisdom of the region. - Summary by Laura Gibbs

037 - Why Has Jackal a Long Black Stripe on His Back

Join James Albert Honeij (Honey) as he takes you on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of South African folklore. In this collection, he presents a diverse array of tales sourced from previously published works in English, along with enchanting stories translated from Afrikaans and cherished memories from his childhood. This anthology features San and Khoekhoe narratives, as well as tales from the Bantu traditions of southern Africa, with a delightful emphasis on animal stories, particularly the cunning jackal. Experience the magic of these timeless tales that reflect the culture and wisdom of the region. - Summary by Laura Gibbs

036 - Lion Who Took a Woman's Shape

Join James Albert Honeij (Honey) as he takes you on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of South African folklore. In this collection, he presents a diverse array of tales sourced from previously published works in English, along with enchanting stories translated from Afrikaans and cherished memories from his childhood. This anthology features San and Khoekhoe narratives, as well as tales from the Bantu traditions of southern Africa, with a delightful emphasis on animal stories, particularly the cunning jackal. Experience the magic of these timeless tales that reflect the culture and wisdom of the region. - Summary by Laura Gibbs