Time Conceptions and the Historical Study of Myth
FAIN: FB-12176-74
Steven Feierman
University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205)
To develop a systematic approach to the historical study of myth within the field of African history. Since dealing with this historical literature is difficult and confusing this study will show how a focus on myth as expressions of values, and as the authentic African view of events from within the society can solve the problem.