An English - Tshwa Dictionary
Persson, J. A (compiler)
Sold by Christison Rare Books, IOBA SABDA, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Association Member:
AbeBooks Seller since July 18, 2000
Used - Hardcover
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketSold by Christison Rare Books, IOBA SABDA, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Association Member:
AbeBooks Seller since July 18, 2000
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketSmall 4to; original red cloth, lettered in black on spine and upper cover; pp. 229. Cloth a little worn and somewhat mottled; pen mark to front free endpaper; trace of foxing. Good condition. Not in Murphy & Goff. (Strange Collection 457 & Doke Collection, p. 196 [1st edition]) Uncommon. Obscure mission imprint. Swedish missionary J. A. Persson was the first transliterator into English of the Tshwa (ciTshwa or Tswa / Xitswa) language, spoken in a region west of Inhambane in Mozambique into southern Zimbabwe. Tshwa is sometimes considered a dialect of Tsonga. "While learning the language after coming to the mission field, like most beginners I started collecting words for a working vocabulary. This was all the more necessary since there was nothing in print to which I could refer when in need of a word. That which was begun because of dire necessity has been continued as a hobby, and the volume now offered to my fellow workers is the result of study and investigations carried on during twenty years." - From the author's preface.
Seller Inventory # 13911
All books offered subject to availability. Returns are accepted where we have
erred materially in our description of goods.
Orders usually ship within 2 business days. Shipping costs are based on books
weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact
you to let you know extra shipping is required.
| Order quantity | 40 to 60 business days | 10 to 60 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 19.66 | US$ 40.48 |
Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.