Overview
Old wisdom for modern life.
For generations, African elders have settled disputes, raised children and guided whole villages with a single, perfectly chosen sentence. The Book of African Proverbs gathers 101 of these timeless sayings, from funny and tender to sharp and profound, and explains what each one means and how to live it today.
"If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together."
"A roaring lion catches no game."
"Until the lion has its own historian, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."
Inside you will discover:
- 101 African proverbs arranged in six themes: Wisdom and Foresight, Character and Truth, Family and Elders, Love and Friendship, Community and Unity, and Power, Fortune and Hard Work
- A clear explanation of the images behind every saying: the calabash, the leopard, the baobab, the drum
- A "For Today" lesson with each proverb that applies it to work, money, family and relationships
- Original black-and-white illustrations and an alphabetical index for quick reference
Read one a day, share them at the dinner table, or use them to open a speech, sermon or toast. This book makes a meaningful gift for parents and grandparents, teachers, pastors and public speakers, Black History Month and Kwanzaa readers, and anyone who loves wisdom that has stood the test of time.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798262340514
- ISBN-10: 9798262340514
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Publish Date: August 2025
- Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 0.29 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.31 pounds
- Page Count: 134
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