Moses, man of the mountain

This novel retells the biblical story of Moses through the language, humor and folklore of African American tradition. Moses is raised in Egypt, learns of his people's bondage, and takes on the task of leading them toward freedom, with a good deal of conjure and magic along the way. The Hebrews speak in a Southern Black idiom, which draws a clear parallel to American history. The book is both playful and serious, reflecting on leadership, power and liberation.