A Grammar of the Somali Language: With Examples in Prose and Verse, and an Account of the Yibir and Midgan Dialects (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. W. C. Kirk

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528563093 ISBN 13: 9781528563093

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Master the Somali language and its neighboring dialects with a thorough, field‑grade reference.

This authoritative guide presents the grammar of Somali alongside dedicated accounts of the Yibir and Midgan dialects, using prose and verse examples to illuminate structure, usage, and sound. It combines clear rule explanations with practical data, making complex features accessible to learners and researchers alike.

This volume covers core topics in a structured, classroom‑friendly layout. You’ll find detailed treatments of verbs, pronouns, tenses, negation, and particles, plus explicit notes on how these systems interact across dialects. A sizeable portion is devoted to vocabulary, including a landmark comparative list that pairs Somali with Yibir and Midgan forms. The book also offers sample dialogues and annotated examples to illustrate real‑world language use.

• Clear explanations of tense, aspect, and mood, with emphasis on practical usage
• In‑depth grammar of nouns, pronouns, verbs, and sentence structure
• Dedicated sections on Yibir and Midgan words, forms, and cross‑dialect comparison
• Extensive vocabulary lists and example sentences drawn from prose and verse

Ideal for students of Somali, linguists, and researchers seeking a rigorous, historical‑style reference that still reads with clarity and practical usefulness.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528563093
• ISBN 13: 9781528563093
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 235