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Where to
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Our books are available at
bookstores, gift shops, museums shops, outfitters, schools,
public libraries and online booksellers.
To order
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Call
800-849-7263
Fax
800-337-9420
or
email
Also,
visit the Sandlapper Book Outlet at 1281 Amelia Street in
Orangeburg,
Monday-Thursday.
Hours: 9:00-4:00
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Gullah
is a word used for both the native islanders
and the language they speak
Gullah is the only English-derived creole language in use on the United
States of America mainland. It is a unique linguistic contribution of
the African- American people to our American heritage. The language was
influenced both by various creoles spoken by the natives of the West Indies
and by the English dialects used by overseers of plantations in the American
colonies. Gullah sounds like English, but there is a certain flavor of
the West African coast in its intonation and stress. The vocabulary of
Gullah is mostly English with only a few words from African languages.
Gullah is recognized by linguists as a language rather than a dialect.
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 Tales
From The Land Of Gullah (DVD)
Master storyteller, educator and actress (Forrest Gump, God's Gonna
Trouble the Water) Anita Singleton-Prather stars as Aunt Pearlie Sue in this
enchanting program that will bring laughs and tears. Lavish sets,
exquisite photography and classic spiritual singing by the "Gullah Kinfolk"
will leave audiences wanting more.
Total running time: 60 minutes.$22.98**.
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 Tales
From The Land Of Gullah For Kids (DVD)
Anita Singleton-Prather returns as Aunt Pearlie-Sue; her most popular and
beloved character. This time she is surrounded by 50 children singing along
and interacting as she tells the Gullah (West African) versions of popular
nursery rhymes fables and fairy talks. These classic stories are better than
ever. Your kids and grandkids will sing dance and have a ball when Aunt
Pearlie-Sue takes over.
Total running time: 44 minutes.$16.95**
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 AFRICANISMS
IN THE GULLAH DIALECT
by
Lorenzo Dow Turner
With new introductions by
Katherine Mille and Michael B. Montgomery
Initially published in 1949, this
groundbreaking work of Afrocentric scholarship opened American minds to a
little-known culture while initiating a means for the Gullah people to reclaim
and value their past. The book presents a reference point for today's
discussions about ever-present language varieties, Ebonics, and education. For
readers today the book offers important reminders about the subtleties and power
of racial and cultural prejudice.
Softcover, ISBN 1-57003-452-4, $24.95
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 BLUE
ROOTS: African American Folk Magic of the Gullah People
by
Roger Pinckney
Raised in the heart of
Gullah country, Roger Pinckney provides an inside look at the history, practices
and people of Gullah country, off the coast of South Carolina.
More info...
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 Gullah
Branches, West African Roots
by
Ronald Daise
Documents the lifestyles,
customs, superstitions, and lore of cultures from which the Gullah sprang.
Ronald Daise lovingly weaves poetry, personal experience, spirituals, and
stunning visuals, to connect the Gullah culture to West African values and
traditions and the African Diaspora of three hundred years ago.
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 GULLUH
FUH OONUH
(Gullah for You) A Guide to
the Gullah Language
by
Virginia Mixson Geraty
An alphabetical collection of Gullah
words and phrases that offer tips on pronunciation. The
guide is a valuable tool for students and researchers
wanting to learn more about the Gullah language.
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Gullah
for Young Readers:
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 MYSTERY
OF EDISTO ISLAND
Written by
Idella Bodie ,
Illustrated by Gay Kovach
More info...
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 THE
WATER BROUGHT US
The Story
of the Gullah-Speaking People
by Muriel Miller Branch
A wonderful book for young readers that allows
an intense experience of gullah history and culture.
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