Weavers of the songs : the oral poetry of Arab women in Israel and the West Bank

by Mishael Caspi

Other authorsJulia Ann Blessing

Paper Book, 1991

Status

Available

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Publication

[Washington, D.C.] : Boulder, Colo. : Three Continents Press ; Lynne Rienner, c1991.

Description

A collection of songs sung by Arab women, compiled by Caspi during field research in the West Bank and Israel. The songs, in English translation, are divided into three sections: bridal songs, lullabies, and lamentations. The work also includes a general introduction and a bibliography.