African Proverbs

• Author(s): Gerd de Ley,
• Publisher: Hippocrene Books
• Pages: 128
• ISBN_10: 0781806917
  ISBN_13: 9780781806916
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Foreign Language Study / Multi-Language Phrasebooks , Language Arts & Disciplines / Reference , Reference / Quotations , Social Science / Folklore & Mythology ,

Description:... This extensive collection of 1755 proverbs spans all regions of the African continent, revealing much about the wisdom, humour, and character of its people and culture. Each proverb is arranged alphabetically by key words and includes the country, province, or tribe of origin. Charmingly illustrated with traditional African art from museums and collections around the world.