W.H. Barker & Cecilia Sinclair Collected editions

W.H. Barker and Cecilia Sinclair were folklorists who compiled West African Folk-Tales, preserving a rich oral tradition passed down through generations. Drawing on stories told in villages and marketplaces, the collection captures the wit, wisdom, and moral lessons embedded in West African culture.

By recording these tales, Barker and Sinclair helped safeguard narratives that might otherwise have been lost to time, offering readers a glimpse into the values, humor, and worldview of the region’s diverse peoples.

West African Folk-Tales remains a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the importance of cultural preservation.