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This scholarly work challenges Western literary criticism's dismissal of African epics by examining the distinctive aesthetic features that define African epic literature. Mariam Konate Deme provides a comprehensive analysis of how African epics differ fundamentally from European literary traditions, revealing the social, cultural and emotional specificity embedded within these narratives. The book revises traditional literary canons by highlighting the significance of the fantastic as an essential element in African epic storytelling. Rather than treating African literatures as exotic imitations of European originals, this study establishes African epics as independent literary achievements worthy of serious scholarly attention. Published by Routledge as part of the African Studies series, it offers readers a nuanced understanding of heroism and supernatural elements as they function within African narrative traditions.

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Examines the social, cultural and emotional specificity of African epics within their own literary context.

Highlights the significance of the fantastic as an essential element characterizing the African epic tradition.

Revises traditional literary canons by establishing African literatures as distinct from European literary models.

Challenges Western literary criticism's tendency to deny or diminish the existence of African epics.

Part of Routledge's African Studies series, offering scholarly authority and academic rigour on the subject.

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24 June 2010
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