A Grammar Of The Mpongwe Language: With Vocabularies (1847) - Paperback

by Missionaries of Western Africa (Author), John Leighton Wilson (Author)

""A Grammar of the Mpongwe Language: With Vocabularies"" is a book written by the Missionaries of Western Africa in 1847. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Mpongwe language, which is spoken in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and the Republic of the Congo. The book begins with an introduction to the language, including its history and the regions where it is spoken. The authors then provide a detailed grammar of the language, covering topics such as pronunciation, nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and syntax. The book also includes a variety of vocabularies, including a list of common words and phrases, as well as specialized vocabularies for topics such as animals, plants, and household items. The authors provide numerous examples throughout the book to illustrate the grammar and vocabulary of the language. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning the Mpongwe language or studying African linguistics.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.