Gombo Zhebes: Little Dictionary Of Creole Proverbs, Selected From Six Creole Dialects (1885)

By Lafcadio Hearn

Book Overview

Gombo Zhebes: Little Dictionary Of Creole Proverbs, Selected From Six Creole Dialects (1885) is a book by Lafcadio Hearn. It is a collection of proverbs and sayings from six different Creole dialects, including Louisiana Creole, Haitian Creole, and Martinican Creole. The book includes translations and explanations of each proverb, as well as information about the cultures and languages from which they originate. The proverbs cover a wide range of topics, including love, friendship, work, and family, and offer insight into the beliefs and values of the Creole communities. The book is written in English, but includes many Creole words and phrases, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Creole languages and cultures. Overall, Gombo Zhebes is a fascinating glimpse into the rich and diverse world of Creole proverbs and sayings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165327902
• ISBN13: 9781165327904
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"