Author: Anand Prahlad
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN: 9781604737691
Category : African American proverbs
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
A groundbreaking study of proverbs in African-American speech from slave times to the present.
African-American Proverbs in Context
Author: Anand Prahlad
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN: 9781604737691
Category : African American proverbs
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
A groundbreaking study of proverbs in African-American speech from slave times to the present.
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN: 9781604737691
Category : African American proverbs
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
A groundbreaking study of proverbs in African-American speech from slave times to the present.
As the Old Folks Usta' Say--
Author: Corinne Jennings
Publisher: Sepia Pub
ISBN: 9780964933200
Category : African American proverbs.
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
As The Old Folks Usta' Say... records the proverbs, sayings and folk-wit from the rich oral tradition of African-American history. In over 250 hilarious, wise and witty one-liners, the voices of old-school wisdom come to life on these pages. A welcome change from African proverbs, these sayings are exclusively from the American experience, Ebonics and all! You'll laugh, you may even cry, as you remember the guiding words of your parents or grandparents. You'll be touched with pride in your heritage. You'll learn some witty and concise responses to say to your children. As they remember and repeat them to their children, your words will become a cherished memory. Los Angeles, California -- Is it ever correct to use Ebonics? Will recognition of Ebonics by the educational established condemn an entire generation of African-American students to failure? Heated debate and controversy continue as a key factor is often overlooked: context. Ebonics, in proper context, is a valid and relevant form of language in the classroom and beyond. Ebonics is not just street slang with fractures of the verb To Be. Past generations of African-Americans who lacked formal education developed a unique, emphatic dialect which they used to express themselves eloquently, often in proverbs and sayings which endure to this day. In As The Old Folks Usta' Say... Black Proverbs, Sayings and Folk-wit, Ebonics occurs in a natural context. Readers will develop a new appreciation and respect for its power to communicate. Each generation in the family will enjoy the over 250 hilarious, wise and witty adages. Devoted exclusively to African-American oral literature, this book is a refreshing change from run-of-the-millethnic proverbs. Parents, teachers, preachers and other speakers will welcome this new resource for life lessons from the old school.
Publisher: Sepia Pub
ISBN: 9780964933200
Category : African American proverbs.
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
As The Old Folks Usta' Say... records the proverbs, sayings and folk-wit from the rich oral tradition of African-American history. In over 250 hilarious, wise and witty one-liners, the voices of old-school wisdom come to life on these pages. A welcome change from African proverbs, these sayings are exclusively from the American experience, Ebonics and all! You'll laugh, you may even cry, as you remember the guiding words of your parents or grandparents. You'll be touched with pride in your heritage. You'll learn some witty and concise responses to say to your children. As they remember and repeat them to their children, your words will become a cherished memory. Los Angeles, California -- Is it ever correct to use Ebonics? Will recognition of Ebonics by the educational established condemn an entire generation of African-American students to failure? Heated debate and controversy continue as a key factor is often overlooked: context. Ebonics, in proper context, is a valid and relevant form of language in the classroom and beyond. Ebonics is not just street slang with fractures of the verb To Be. Past generations of African-Americans who lacked formal education developed a unique, emphatic dialect which they used to express themselves eloquently, often in proverbs and sayings which endure to this day. In As The Old Folks Usta' Say... Black Proverbs, Sayings and Folk-wit, Ebonics occurs in a natural context. Readers will develop a new appreciation and respect for its power to communicate. Each generation in the family will enjoy the over 250 hilarious, wise and witty adages. Devoted exclusively to African-American oral literature, this book is a refreshing change from run-of-the-millethnic proverbs. Parents, teachers, preachers and other speakers will welcome this new resource for life lessons from the old school.
Gems from the Elders
Author: Tamara Pizzoli
Publisher: English Schoolhouse
ISBN: 9780997686081
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Words of wisdom deeply rooted in truth and experience have long been a staple in Black culture, speech, and dialogue. Whether spoken with love from a grandparent, delivered with passion by a pastor in a pulpit, or offered from knowing stranger with hair peppered with grey, there are certain phrases that have been cited and shared time and time again within the Black community. This book highlights just fifteen African-American proverbs, though countless more exist. Like the elders who use them, they offer lessons in guidance and grace to all those who are willing to listen and learn.
Publisher: English Schoolhouse
ISBN: 9780997686081
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Words of wisdom deeply rooted in truth and experience have long been a staple in Black culture, speech, and dialogue. Whether spoken with love from a grandparent, delivered with passion by a pastor in a pulpit, or offered from knowing stranger with hair peppered with grey, there are certain phrases that have been cited and shared time and time again within the Black community. This book highlights just fifteen African-American proverbs, though countless more exist. Like the elders who use them, they offer lessons in guidance and grace to all those who are willing to listen and learn.
Mama Said
Author: Bennie Newroth
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781425751401
Category : African American proverbs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781425751401
Category : African American proverbs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
African Proverb Scholarship
Author: Wolfgang Mieder
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Proverbs, African
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Proverbs, African
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
The African American Griot
Author: Adétáyọ̀ Ẹfúnbùkọ́lá
Publisher: Words From Yesterday
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The African American Griot is a comprehensive collection of more than seventy proverbs found in Hip-Hop and R&B songs. It demonstrates how these art forms use proverbs to transmit life wisdom from generation to generation. The meaning of each proverb is explained, followed by a detailed analysis of how one or more songs use that proverb to teach a life lesson.
Publisher: Words From Yesterday
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The African American Griot is a comprehensive collection of more than seventy proverbs found in Hip-Hop and R&B songs. It demonstrates how these art forms use proverbs to transmit life wisdom from generation to generation. The meaning of each proverb is explained, followed by a detailed analysis of how one or more songs use that proverb to teach a life lesson.
African and Afro-American Proverb Parallels
Author: Theophine Maria Campbell
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
African-american Wisdom
Author: Elizabeth Quinn
Publisher: Running Press
ISBN: 9780762412389
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
This handsome palm-size volume presents a chorus of voices filled with jubilation, with memorable quotes from black writers, poets, athletes, entertainers, philosophers, and leaders. A treasury of African-American wisdom, observations, and proverbs, its contributors range from Coretta Scott King and W.E.B. Dubois to Satchel Paige.
Publisher: Running Press
ISBN: 9780762412389
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
This handsome palm-size volume presents a chorus of voices filled with jubilation, with memorable quotes from black writers, poets, athletes, entertainers, philosophers, and leaders. A treasury of African-American wisdom, observations, and proverbs, its contributors range from Coretta Scott King and W.E.B. Dubois to Satchel Paige.
The Poetry of African-American Proverb Usage
Author: Dennis Wilson Folly
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : African American proverbs
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : African American proverbs
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
African American Wisdom
Author: Millie MacKiney
Publisher: Great Quotations
ISBN: 9781562453800
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
The common thread running through the fabric of our African-American community is a pride in our heritage. This collection of thoughts, dreams and wisdom celebrates our culture, our history and our people.
Publisher: Great Quotations
ISBN: 9781562453800
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
The common thread running through the fabric of our African-American community is a pride in our heritage. This collection of thoughts, dreams and wisdom celebrates our culture, our history and our people.