Mervyn W H Beech (23 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Published Without Dust Jacket. 151 pp. Tightly bound. Corners not bumped. Text is free of markings. Owner's name / date front end paper. Light foxing top fore-edge.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Jacket. Reprint. xxiv / 151 pp bw plates 2 folding maps, brown cloth gilt title. Cloth a little rubbed, hinges stained - maybe binders glue(?) otherwise clean sound copy.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the Tidong language, a rare dialect spoken by the Tidong people who live in the coastal regions of Borneo. The author, an experienced colonial officer with extensive knowledge of the region, provides a detailed analysis of Tidong grammar, including its alphabet, pronunciation, parts of speech, and sentence structure. The author's meticulous observations and clear explanations make this book a valuable resource for linguists, philologists and anyone interested in the rich tapestry of the Malayo-Polynesian languages. The inclusion of a vocabulary of words from both the Tarakan and Bolongan dialects further enhances the book's utility. Tidong proper, from which the Tarakan and Bolongan dialects have evolved, is examined within the broader context of various regional languages and dialects, demonstrating the linguistic and cultural diversity of the region. By examining the complexities of Tidong dialects, the author provides important insights into Borneo's linguistic heritage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces readers to the complexities of Ki-Swahili writing, a language spoken by millions across East Africa and beyond. Its origins lie in the 1st century CE, when seafaring Arab merchants settled on the East African coast and intermarried with Bantu-speaking people. Their interactions gave rise to a pidgin language that eventually developed into Ki-Swahili. The author, an experienced linguist, explains the intricacies of Ki-Swahili script, which blends Arabic and Roman characters, and provides a range of engaging stories with accompanying translations and annotations. The book delves into the nuances of Ki-Swahili grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, making it an invaluable resource for learners and linguists alike. Its insights shed light on the historical evolution and rich cultural heritage of Ki-Swahili, offering a deeper understanding of the language's role in East African history and its enduring legacy as a vibrant and dynamic language. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history, language, and culture of the Suk, a tribe with origins on the Elgeyo escarpment in East Africa. It examines their nomadic lifestyle, agricultural practices, and social organization, providing a comprehensive look at their traditional customs and beliefs. The author, an experienced observer of East African tribes, draws connections between the Suk and neighboring groups such as the Nandi, Turkana, and Masai, highlighting similarities and influences. This book is a valuable resource for anthropologists, linguists, and anyone interested in the rich cultural tapestry of East Africa. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Octavo. With twenty-two of 24 half-tone plates (lacks plates 20 and 21), plus 3 folding maps. Cloth. Short tears at head and foot of spine. Aside from the lacking plates, a decent copy of the scarce first edition. First edition.

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

hardcover. Condition: New. NEW. SHIPS FROM MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. book.

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Scholarly study of the Pôkwut (Pokot) people of East Africa, now Kenya & Uganda; called the Suk by their Masai neighbors; Beech provides an account of their history, social organization, beliefs and habits; legal system; folktales; language & grammer, to which he compares the Nandi language. Hardcover, as pictured. General wear, corners rubbed & bumped, some loss to head of spine; faded patch on spine where a label may have been removed; bookplate inside front cover, light tanning to endsheets. Text clean; xxiv, 151 pages; vocabulary; 24 b/w plates, three folding maps, as called for. Size: Quarto. …

By Mervyn W. H. Beech, M.A., F.R.A.I., Examiner in K-Swahili in the East African Protectorate. London: Keagan Paul, Trench, Trubner and New York: E. P. Dutton & Co., 1918 8vo. xvi,159pp. Includes facsimiles of Swahili in Arabic script, with transliteration on the facing pages. The studies are 1. Ki-Swahili Writing; 2. Ki-Swahili stories with translation and notes on idiom; 3. Engimas and aphorisms with explanations as given by Wa-Swahili; and 4. Magic in Pemba. With the signature and address of Michael Shaw of Nairobi dated 1930, with some of his corrections and annotations; from the John Lawson collection with his bookplate, a nice copy of the first edition in the publisher's royal blue cloth. We have been selling antiquarian books on Africa, Oceania, archaeology, anthropology, travel and the ancient world for over forty years. All our books are carefully catalogued and they are in excellent condition unless stated in the description. All shipments are fully insured at our expense. All books are carefully packaged in new packaging material and despatched by registered or recorded mail, or by a courier service; the customer is always able to track their shipment. All sales are accompanied by a VAT invoice. Photographs may be supplied if requested.[O]. …