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Episode 44: Anansi the Spider-Man, The Story of West Africa's Spider Trickster

Mythology & Fiction Explained

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Anance's Plan to Capture the Python

Ananci accepted the challenge, but before he set off, name added anance's mother to the list. He devised a plan of action with his wife, asso and his mother to capture the python. The trap they had set was a success, and the python was taken to the sky god. In another story, anunce dug a hole and covered it with branches to catch osabo the leopard. This is essentially the hardened shell of a fruit that can be used to store food or as a bottle. To do this, anuncy poured water over them, making sure to pour water over himself. Once they had all entered, he sealed the top of the cal

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