Will Coleman explores from a theological, historical, and literary perspective the oral traditions of African American culture, and how those oral traditions have made an impact on the composition of slave narratives. Specifically, Coleman examines the process by which religious beliefs were passed down from generation to generation. He explores the various interpretive strategies that aid in understanding both the theological and the literary nature of African American slave narratives. Ultimately, he links black theology with the language and the religious experiences of enslaved black people.
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Will Coleman explores from a theological, historical, and literary perspective the oral traditions of African American culture, and how those oral traditions have made an impact on the composition of slave narratives. Specifically, Coleman examines the process by which religious beliefs were passed down from generation to generation. He explores the various interpretive strategies that aid in understanding both the theological and the literary nature of African American slave narratives. Ultimately, he links black theology with the language and the religious experiences of enslaved black people.
Imprint | Pennsylvania State University Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | December 1999 |
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First published | 1999 |
Authors | Will Coleman |
Dimensions | 229 x 152 x 17mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 224 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-271-01945-1 |
Barcode | 9780271019451 |
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LSN | 0-271-01945-X |