Publisher's Synopsis
Hadithi Za Kiunguja: Short Stories As Related By Natives Of Zanzibar (1867) is a collection of traditional Swahili folktales, as told by the people of Zanzibar. The book contains a total of 25 short stories that cover a wide range of topics, including love, betrayal, magic, and adventure. Each story is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides some context and background information about the tale.The stories in Hadithi Za Kiunguja are written in a simple and straightforward style that is easy to understand. They are filled with vivid descriptions of characters and settings, and many of them contain elements of magic and the supernatural. Some of the stories are cautionary tales that warn against greed, jealousy, and other negative traits, while others celebrate the virtues of kindness, honesty, and courage.Overall, Hadithi Za Kiunguja is a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Zanzibar. It offers readers a chance to explore the traditional stories and beliefs of the Swahili people, and to gain a deeper understanding of their history and way of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
