"Essay on the strange literature of the Negro, imitated by the stories of the native inhabitants of French West Africa - Volume One" is the selected works of the famous French researcher and collector of folk literature, François-Victor Équilbec. In this book, the author explores and describes the various legends, myths and tales of the black people of West Africa, which reflect the unique culture and magic of this region. Readers will be able to immerse themselves in the world of mysterious stories that reveal the depths of the African soul and traditions. This book will be a fascinating window into the world of mystery stories and will help to better understand the rich cultural traditions of West Africa."