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Roark Bradford
Ol' Man Adam An' His Chillun
Ol' Man Adam An' His Chillun
1 books
Ongoing series
About this series
This series retells Old Testament stories with a distinctly American folk voice. Readers will find familiar biblical narratives presented with humor and warmth, imagining a time when the divine was more directly present in everyday life.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the reading order for Ol' Man Adam An' His Chillun?
The stories in Ol' Man Adam An' His Chillun are a collection of folk tales and can be read in any order, as each stands alone.
Is Ol' Man Adam An' His Chillun connected to other works by Roark Bradford?
This collection is a significant work by Roark Bradford, known for popularizing African-American folk tales, and it is the primary source for his 'Ol' Man Adam' stories.
Was Ol' Man Adam An' His Chillun adapted into other media?
The stories from Ol' Man Adam An' His Chillun were the basis for the Broadway musical "The Green Pastures" and its subsequent film adaptation.