Oral Tradition As History by Jan M. Vansina (1985, Trade Paperback)

“Oral Tradition As History” by Jan M. Vansina is a trade paperback textbook published by the University of Wisconsin Press in 1985. This book delves into the subject area of history, specifically exploring the concept of oral tradition as a historical tool, particularly in Africa. With a focus on historiography and African general history, Vansina’s work provides insights into how oral traditions can be used to understand and reconstruct historical events. The book is written in English and spans 272 pages, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in the study of history and traditional knowledge systems.

AMERICA’S BEST NEWSPAPER WRITING: A COLLECTION OF ASNE By Roy Peter Clark NEW

“America’s Best Newspaper Writing: A Collection of ASNE” by Roy Peter Clark is a textbook published by Bedford/Saint Martin’s in 2005. It features a collection of writing examples from American newspapers and is designed for language arts and journalism students. The book covers various aspects of newspaper writing and provides a valuable resource for those looking to improve their writing skills in the field of journalism. With 368 pages and a trade paperback format, this book offers a comprehensive look at the best practices in newspaper writing. Brand new