Observations On The Hausa And Fulfulde Languages (1861)

by William Balfour Baikie

Observations On The Hausa And Fulfulde Languages is a book written by William Balfour Baikie in 1861. The book is a comprehensive study of the Hausa and Fulfulde languages, which are widely spoken in West Africa. Baikie was a Scottish explorer who spent many years in West Africa, and he was known for his expertise in the languages and cultures of the region.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the Hausa language, which is spoken by millions of people in Nigeria, Niger, and other West African countries. Baikie provides a detailed analysis of the grammar, vocabulary, and syntax of the language, as well as its pronunciation and writing system. He also includes examples of Hausa literature and poetry, which he translated into English.The second part of the book is devoted to the Fulfulde language, which is spoken by the Fulani people in West and Central Africa. Baikie provides a similar analysis of the grammar, vocabulary, and syntax of this language, as well as its pronunciation and writing system. He also includes examples of Fulfulde literature and poetry, which he translated into English.Overall, Observations On The Hausa And Fulfulde Languages is an important work of scholarship that provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the languages and cultures of West Africa. Baikie's expertise and attention to detail make this book a valuable reference for linguists, anthropologists, and historians alike.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: 1120332281
• ISBN13: 9781120332288
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"