Hausa Folk-Lore Customs, Proverbs, Etc. V2: Collected And Transliterated With English Translation And Notes (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162973906)

The book ""Hausa Folk-Lore Customs, Proverbs, Etc. V2"" is a collection of traditional folk stories, customs, and proverbs from the Hausa people of West Africa. The author, R. Sutherland Rattray, has collected and translated these stories and customs into English, providing valuable insight into the culture and beliefs of the Hausa people. The book is divided into sections, with each section focusing on a different aspect of Hausa life, such as marriage, religion, and social customs. Each section includes a detailed introduction, followed by a series of stories and proverbs that illustrate the customs and beliefs of the Hausa people. The book also includes extensive notes and commentary by the author, providing additional context and analysis of the stories and customs. Overall, ""Hausa Folk-Lore Customs, Proverbs, Etc. V2"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the culture and folklore of the Hausa people.In Two Volumes.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.

Author: R. Sutherland Rattray
ISBN-10: 1162973900
ISBN-13: 9781162973906
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.68d