Owomoyela, Oyekan

Yoruba Proverbs

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ISBN 13:
9780803218437
author:
Owomoyela, Oyekan
format:
Paperback
publisher:
University of Nebraska Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2005
Pages:
510
Dimensions:
178mm X 254mm
Genre:
Folklore
Condition:
New
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£29.48

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Yoruba Proverbs is a comprehensive collection of over five thousand Yoruban proverbs that showcase the oral tradition of this West African culture. Oyekan Owomoyela's introduction provides a framework and description of Yoruba cultural beliefs, setting the stage for the proverbs to be arranged into five sections: the good person, relationships, human nature, rights and responsibilities, and truisms. Each proverb is presented in Yoruba with a literal English translation, followed by a brief commentary explaining its meaning within the oral tradition. This systematic classification and analysis offers a unique insight into the cultural values and wisdom of the Yoruba people. With careful consideration of the risks and pitfalls of submitting this genre to literary analysis, Yoruba Proverbs is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African culture and literature. By exploring these proverbs, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of human nature and the importance of relationships within Yoruba society.

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