In the book Oral Knowledge Traditions from
the African Diaspora the author reflects upon
existing knowledge traditions embedded in the
cultural systems of two major islands of the
Atlantic Ocean, namely Cuba and Cape Verde.
The traditions portrayed encompass stories,
myths, legends, rituals, songs, prayers and oracle
systems touching upon existing belief, religious
and spiritual systems.
A propos de l’auteur
Petra Vogler is Assistant Professor and Researcher
for Culture and Education Studies. After studying
educational science, ethnology and Romance studies
at the University of Tübingen, she completed her
doctorate in philosophy at Humboldt University
in Berlin. Her research focuses on philosophy and
the history of ideas, mythology, historical educational
research and aesthetics.