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Delve into the enchanting world of Ikom folk tales with Elphinstone Daryell, a British colonial administrator and passionate anthropologist who collected these 34 captivating stories in the Ikom district of Cross River State, southern Nigeria. From intriguing nature tales like How the River Came into Existence and Why the Mist Rises from the Water, to clever animal fables such as The Cunning Hare and Why a Python Never Swallows a Tortoise, this collection offers a rich tapestry of human drama—both natural and supernatural. Notably, Daryell concludes the book with a Latin tale, a nod to the ...

Dive into a captivating collection of folk stories and enchanting fairy tales from Southern Nigeria, meticulously gathered by Elphinstone Dayrell, who served as the regions deputy commissioner at the time of publication. Enjoy these rich narratives brought to life by the talented voice of Elsie Selwyn.