ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Anansi is the trickster spider of Akan Asante origin. He is physically weak and thwarts his powerful opponents using the only means available to him, his wit and his cunning. The Akan Asante are based predominantly in central Ghana and have enjoyed cultural and political dominance in the region for many centuries.

Detailed explanation-2: -Anansi (/əˈnɑːnsi/ ə-NAHN-see; literally translates to spider) is an Akan folktale character and the god of stories, wisdom, knowledge, and trickery. The form of a spider is the most common depiction of Anansi.

Detailed explanation-3: -Anansi the spider is an African folktale character who is associated with skill and wisdom and often triumphs over foes larger than he. In this story, Anansi goes on a journey only to find himself in great danger. One of his six sons can sense trouble and alerts his brothers to come to their father’s rescue.

Detailed explanation-4: -Anansi is one of the most important characters of West African, African American and Caribbean folklore. Most often he is shown as a spider and trickster derived from traditional Akan culture. He is usually the depiction of the consequences of your bad actions even though his stories are most based around humor.