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The Caribbean island of Jamaica is known for its arts, including its literary inspiration. The island has been the home or birthplace of many important authors. One of the most important aspects of Jamaican literature is the local patois, the language spoken in Jamaica. The tradition of storytelling in Jamaica is a long one, beginning with folktales told by the slaves during the colonial period. Jamaica's folk stories are most closely associated with those of the Ashanti tribe in Africa, from which many of the slaves originated. Some European tales were also brought to the island by immigrants, particularly those from the United Kingdom. In folktales, the local speech style is particularly necessary. It infuses humor into the stories, and is an integral part of the retelling