Timeline
Lifetime:
1869 -
1917
Passed: ≈
107 years ago
Title
District Commissioner, Writer
Country/Nationality
Unknown
Elphinstone Dayrell
Books by Elphinstone Dayrell
Ikom Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria
Fairy Tale
Nature
Adventure
Mythology
Culture
Moral Dilemmas
Myths
Wisdom
Legends
Animal Stories
Uncover the vibrant tapestry of Ikom, Southern Nigeria, through the mesmerizing tales woven within "Ikom Folk Stories." Delve into a world where oral traditions breathe life into mythical beings, cultural beliefs, and timeless lessons. Elphinstone Da...
Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria, West Africa
A collection of folk stories and fairy tales from Southern Nigeria gathered by Elphinstone Dayrell, deputy commissioner of the region when the book was published. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn