The Greatest Books of All Time on Oral Tradition
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This list represents a comprehensive and trusted collection of the greatest books. Developed through a specialized algorithm, it brings together 759 'best of' book lists to form a definitive guide to the world's most acclaimed books. For those interested in how these books are chosen, additional details can be found on the rankings page.
| Rank | Book | Authors | Year | Country | Language | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4731 | The Making of Homeric Verse | Milman Parry | 1971 | American | English | |
| 7180 | Retold African American Folktales | David Haynes | 1996 | American | Unknown | |
| 13716 | Kintu | Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi | 2014 | Ugandan | English | |
| 15682 | Fireside Book Of Folk Songs | Norman Lloyd | Unknown | English | ||
| 15902 | The Singer Of Tales | Albert Bates Lord | 1960 | American | English |