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The origin of life on earth
an African creation myth
By Anderson, David & Wilson, Kathleen Atkins
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-96299-785-3
- Publisher
- Mt. Airy, MD. : Sights Productions, c1991.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on July 1, 1992
Gr 2-6 This Yeruba creation myth begins in the heavenly court of the all-powerful and his agents, male and female orishas. All the orishas are content, save one named Obtala, whose wondering impels him to employ his power in some meaningful way. He prepares thoughtfully for this work, aided by his fellow orishas, and descends from heaven on a golden chain. He takes soil that has b...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
