ISBN: 9780282325275 - a handbook of the yao language (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of the Yao people, an agricultural community inhabiting the highlands between Lake Nyasa and the East African coast. The author, drawing from years of firsthand experience and research, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Yao language and culture. The book situates the Yao people within the broader context of East Central Africa during a time of significant political and social transformation. The author vividly describes the impact of European colonialism, the slave trade, and the growing influence of Arab and Swahili traders on Yao society. Thematic depth is achieved through an examination of the Yao language's unique characteristics, including its complex system of grammatical concord and its remarkable descriptive vividness. The book also explores the Yao people's customs, beliefs, and agricultural practices, providing valuable insights into their way of life. By shedding light on the Yao language and culture, this book contributes to a deeper understanding of the diverse peoples and historical forces that have shaped East Central Africa. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…