Wit And Wisdom From West Africa: Or A Book Of Proverbial Philosophy, Idioms, Enigmas, And Laconisms (1865)

By Richard Francis Burton and Anonymous

Book Overview

Wit And Wisdom From West Africa: Or A Book Of Proverbial Philosophy, Idioms, Enigmas, And Laconisms is a collection of traditional sayings, proverbs, and idioms from West Africa. The book was first published in 1865 by Richard Francis Burton, a British explorer and scholar who spent many years in Africa. The collection includes over 2,000 proverbs and sayings from various West African cultures, including Yoruba, Hausa, and Fula. The book is divided into sections based on different themes, such as love, friendship, and wisdom. Each proverb or saying is accompanied by a brief explanation or interpretation, providing insight into the cultural and social context in which it originated. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and varied cultural traditions of West Africa, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African folklore, history, or language.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: 1165812991
• ISBN13: 9781165812998
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 486 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"