Many underestimate just how complex oral systems can be
Ifa priests (in Yoruba religious systems) have to memorize and recite 256 chapters/sections, each with a similar number of lengthy verses
Now might be a good time to recommend Kristin Lavransdatter, my book(s) of the summer — Norwegian medieval saga, won the Nobel in 1928, spiritually intense. Tiina Nunnally translation.
books to continue:
- frankenstein
- penghancuran buku dari masa ke masa
- the witcher: the last wish
- six crimson cranes
- hitchhikers’ guide to the galaxy