Ryan John C. - Introduction To The Environmental Humanities - Paperback History Of Western Philosophy Examining the ancient poetry and

Examining the ancient poetry and myths found in African Latin American and Caribbean culture and particularly the Yoruba trickster figure of Esu - Elegbara and the Signifying Monkey whose myths help articulate the black tradition's theory of its literature Gates uncovers a unique system of interpretation and a powerful vernacular tradition that black slaves brought with them to the New World

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Ryan John C. - Introduction To The Environmental Humanities - Paperback History Of Western Philosophy Examining the ancient poetry andBinding: Paperback Description: In an era of climate change deforestation melting ice caps poisoned environments and species loss many people are turning to the power of the arts and humanities for sustainable solutions to global ecological problems. Introduction to the Environmental Humanities offers a practical and accessible guide to this dynamic and interdisciplinary field. This book provides an overview of the Environmental Humanities evolution