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Author : Martha Warren Beckwith
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)
Download or read book Jamaica Proverbs written by Martha Warren Beckwith and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : G. Llewellyn Watson
Publisher : Tallahassee : Florida A & M University Press ; Gainsville, Fla. : University Presses of Florida
ISBN 13 : 9780813010533
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (15 download)
Download or read book Jamaican sayings written by G. Llewellyn Watson and published by Tallahassee : Florida A & M University Press ; Gainsville, Fla. : University Presses of Florida. This book was released on 1991 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A rich and compelling collection that will make a significant contribution to the study of Jamaican/West Indian/black folklore and culture” –Daryl Cumber Dance, Virginia Commonwealth University “A fantastic collection from the rich storehouse of Jamaican traditional oral literature” –Rex Nettleford, University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica “A Wealth of Information…. The author carries the presentation of the proverbs/sayings to the level of socio-anthropological significance” –E. Valerie Smith, Florida A&M University In 1992, Jamaicans throughout the world celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of Jamaica’s formal independence from Britain this collection of Creole sayings contributes to the lively interest in cultural preservation which exists this year in anticipation of the event. The sayings, an archive of the wit and wisdom of many generations, aim to trigger reflection and thought. They are never fully explained, and, says the author, “in the most extreme situation one might well need an entire week to ponder and think seriously” about their meaning. They exert pressure to conform to community standards, and they influence conduct in much the same way as religion does. Strong in imagery and often poetic, the maxims draw upon a variety of well-known flora, fauna, and real or imaginary creatures the anansi, for example, famous for “playin’ de fool fe ketch wise” (playing foolish in order to catch the wise), is regarded as a favorite hero in folklore. Creole, initially constructed as a coded language, employs a number of West African linguistic traditions. These Creole sayings, a valuable addition to the literature and ethnography of the Caribbean region, link Jamaican culture to its African past. They offer delightful reading to Latin American scholars, to students of comparative sociology and anthropology, and to the general public. G. Llewellyn Watson is professor of sociology at the University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetowwn, Canada.
Author : Edna Bennett
Publisher : Trafford Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1426945469
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (269 download)
Download or read book More Jamaica Old-Time Sayings written by Edna Bennett and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2010-11 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jamaicans, like others around the world, often experience a tugging at the heart that can only be assuaged by pleasant memories. In her collection of old Jamaican proverbs, Edna Bennett shares the powerful messages and folk wisdom of the Jamaican people, conveying not only the mellowness of nostalgia, but also the gentleness of the island culture. Led by a desire to keep her culture alive, Bennett urges others to take five, cock up yu foot, and 'member what yu old people used to say as she offers collective wisdom presented in Jamaican dialect with English translations. Unforgettable sayings gathered from over three hundred years of Jamaican history include ban' yu belly (be prepared for hardships), cotton tree fall dung, nanny goat jump over it (when the mighty falls, the humblest may take advantage of him), and yu se' man face, yu nuh se' 'im heart (you cannot tell a man's true feelings by the look on his face). More Jamaica Old-Time Sayings will spur memories, transport Jamaicans back to the roots of their culture, and encourage others to not live their lives like a kitchen without a knife, but to focus on the whetstone of Jamaican wisdom.
Author : Izett Anderson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)
Download or read book Jamaica Proverbs and Sayings written by Izett Anderson and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Aleksandra R. Knapik
Publisher : Æ Academic Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1683461541
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (834 download)
Download or read book Jamaican Creole Proverbs written by Aleksandra R. Knapik and published by Æ Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2019-12-20 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jamaican Creole, like many other contact languages, has taken its ultimate shape through the course of multi-lingual and multi-cultural influences. From the perspective of contact linguistics , this meticulous study examines Jamaican Creole proverbs in a corpus of over 1090 recorded sayings; it presents a framework of cultural changes in Jamaica accompanied by corresponding linguistic changes in its creole. The analysis clearly demonstrates that despite three centuries of extreme dominance by the British empire, Jamaicans successfully preserved the traditions of their own ancestors. Not only that. The poly-layered stimulus of various factors: geographic, cultural and, most prominently, linguistic, helped create a unique phenomenon – Jamaican creole culture. The vibrant life of the Jamaican people and their African background is best encapsulated in their proverbs, proverbs which constitute generations of wisdom passed from the 16th century and on. John R. Rickford, J.E. Wallace Sterling Professor of Linguistics and the Humanities, Stanford University The research theme of the very publication entitled Jamaican Proverbs fromthe Perspective of Contact Linguistics is a successful analysis of both linguistic and cultural contacts between English and African cultures that have been shaping the vernacular language of Jamaica. The study material consists of 1092 proverbs, all of which can be regarded as a first-hand record of sociolinguistic events that have had important influence upon the formation of the Jamaican creole language and its registers. Dr. Knapik proves beyond any reasonable doubt that the Jamaican linguistic and cultural world is a great example of a thriving microcosm which continues to incorporate various elements and can also very well serve as the basis for future research on patterns of language and culture development. (…) prof. dr hab. dr h.c. (mult.) †Jacek Fisiak
Author : Canute B. White; BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.)
Publisher : Canute B. White, BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Awah So? written by Canute B. White; BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.) and published by Canute B. White, BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.). This book was released on 2018-10-09 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The elders in Jamaica sometimes use phrases or sentences they believe reflect a situation, or serve to caution the younger generation or old, unaware individuals. Many of these phrases or sentences may be used as words of inspiration and often allow for introspection and generate changes through behavioral modification. These are adages inherently uttered in the Jamaican dialect, some of which have been included and translated here into standard English by the author. This ensures a sense of clarity for non-Jamaicans and Jamaicans who aren’t as familiar to the indigenous dialect. The author’s main aim is to reach persons who are not Jamaicans, who would love to understand the meaning of words uttered in the Jamaican dialect, patois. The author also aims to facilitate inspiration, “social cautions,” and self-evaluation through each page of this book, with images included that somewhat reflect the message of each proverb. As such, the English version of each proverb is included, along with the proverb’s meaning. The images included should enhance clarity, especially for non-Jamaicans. The lyrics of the Jamaican National Anthem and Pledge have also been included to extend an understanding of the Jamaican culture and indicate what may be considered Jamaicanism. As a Jamaican, the author would like to operationally define Jamaicanism as the total quality management (TQM) of the Jamaican culture to present the best—as there is only the best—to the outside world, wrapped in the reality of diversity “out of many one people” (the Jamaican motto). The author’s interaction with people from other cultures exposed the sincere interest that others have in the language and subsequent accent of the Jamaican people. This fact is one of the inspirations for this book, as people from other cultures often prompt continuous utterance of the Jamaican dialect to indulge their ears in the melody of the English language in Jamaican tone. In addition, it is important for these proverbs to be used as empowerment, as cautionary sayings, and guiding tools for readers. With that in mind, a blank page is provided after each proverb to facilitate personal reflection and empowerment. The author would like readers to take away the message of caution and become empowered through proverbs and expressions of the elders. The book’s main idea is to convey the linguistic cultural awareness of the Jamaican people to the rest of the world and offer the elements of this awareness as empowerment, caution, and therapy to the Jamaican people and others around the world. It is suggested that this book would be an excellent gift for friends, employees, family, and associates outside Jamaica, or citizens and residents of other nations who are living in Jamaica. It is also a book for all Jamaicans, as it can impact morals and ensure cautions for life. It is important to use these proverbs in a therapeutic way, as they have benefits beyond semantics
Author : Anand Prahlad
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN 13 : 9781604736595
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (365 download)
Download or read book Reggae Wisdom: Proverbs in Jamaican Music written by Anand Prahlad and published by Univ. Press of Mississippi. This book was released on 2001 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Reggae Wisdom: Proverbs in Jamaican Music" Swami Anand Prahlad looks at the contexts and origins of these proverbs, using them as a cultural sheet music toward understanding the history of Jamaican culture, Rastafari religion, and the music that isthat culture's worldwide voice.
Author : Izett Anderson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)
Download or read book Jamaica Negro Proverbs and Sayings Collected and Classified According to Subjects written by Izett Anderson and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Everal McKenzie
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)
Download or read book Jamaica Proverbs and Culture Explained written by Everal McKenzie and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Aeron Cargill
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781792897672
Total Pages : 54 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (976 download)
Download or read book Jamaican Proverbs Illustrated written by Aeron Cargill and published by . This book was released on 2019-01-03 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Proverbs and sayings are a part of the fabric of life the world over, and that is no different in Jamaica. Featured in this book is patois, written not as broken English, but as patois based on the most recent authoritative works. Filled with colorful illustrations that are literal interpretations of the traditional proverbs and sayings, this book is a light-hearted exploration of the valuable lessons that some Jamaican proverbs have to offer.
Author : Everal McKenzie
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781899341092
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (41 download)
Download or read book Jamaica Proverbs written by Everal McKenzie and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Everal McKenzie
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781899341009
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (41 download)
Download or read book Jamaica Proverbs written by Everal McKenzie and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Veronica Sutherland
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781478313335
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (133 download)
Download or read book Wisdom from Ole Time Jamaican People written by Veronica Sutherland and published by . This book was released on 2012-08-06 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Older Jamaicans will recall their parents or older persons saying; "ole time people use to sey ..." You would stop whatever you were doing as you knew that it would be followed by a proverb which was meant for you to stop your activity and to teach you a lesson you should not forget.The proverbs are written in the Jamaican language. All pronunciations are phonetic. An English translation is done as precisely as possible, followed by the meaning of the proverb.Veronica has attempted to give a brief insight into the lessons that may be learnt from these proverbs. She completes each with an action step you can take to cement these lessons in your lives.
Author : Beresford McLean
Publisher : Mill City Press, Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 9781545635032
Total Pages : 480 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (35 download)
Download or read book Jamaican Book of Proverbs written by Beresford McLean and published by Mill City Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 2018-07-31 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jamaican Book of Proverbs is a compilation of beliefs or colloquial sayings rendered first in Patwah, the local vernacular, and then translated into English. The Essence of each proverb is given "as well as a general Contextual explanation underlining the proverb's comedic, applicable, and profound underpinnings." Take-aways, highlighted as Contemplations are also presented. The book's subtitle: 365 Daily Devotional Proverbs with Translations and Contextual Interpretations provides one primary intent of the book: an everyday reading guide for families, groups, or individuals at all reading levels. "Additional proverbs, given as Brata Proverbs, may be read at any time for entertainment or to further quench the thirst for universal truth and a higher sense of the expanding self." About the Author and Playwright: Beresford McLean was born in western St. Mary, Jamaica. He attended and taught high school in Kingston. In 1970 McLean emigrated to the United States where he studied physics and subsequently worked in engineering. His current focus is writing. Broken Gourds, his first inspirational folklore, was published to great acclaim in 2003. His second novel, Providence Pond, came three years later. Jamaican Book of Proverbs - a daily mediational guide based on Jamaican aphorisms - was published in the spring of 2018. McLean's third novel, a historical perspective on pre-independent Jamaica: Fish Hook River will be published in the fall of 2018. Beresford McLean's foray into playwriting is his shot play, First Snow. His first full length play The Good Villain will be released in fall 2018.
Author : Leopold Richards
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 147 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (198 download)
Download or read book Jamaican Folk Talk written by Leopold Richards and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-06-13 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The central purpose of this book is to aide in the preservation of the dialog of the common folk as conveyed through the use of proverbs and cultural expressions. Jamaican folk talk is a vital aspect of the Jamaican cultural heritage for succeeding generations both on the island as well as in the diaspora worldwide. It is an ideal text for persons in the Jamaican diaspora and their offspring, for all students at varying levels of education and persons whose desire it is to learn more about the Jamaican culture. It is particularly informative and amazingly interesting.
Author : Frederic G. Cassidy
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789766401276
Total Pages : 578 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (12 download)
Download or read book Dictionary of Jamaican English written by Frederic G. Cassidy and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The method and plan of this dictionary of Jamaican English are basically the same as those of the Oxford English Dictionary, but oral sources have been extensively tapped in addition to detailed coverage of literature published in or about Jamaica since 1655. It contains information about the Caribbean and its dialects, and about Creole languages and general linguistic processes. Entries give the pronounciation, part-of-speach and usage of labels, spelling variants, etymologies and dated citations, as well as definitions. Systematic indexing indicates the extent to which the lexis is shared with other Caribbean countries.
Author : Kevin S. Harris
Publisher : LMH Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9789768184306
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (843 download)
Download or read book LMH Official Dictionary of Jamaican Words and Proverbs written by Kevin S. Harris and published by LMH Publishers. This book was released on 2002 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Jamaica expands its reach into the world and the interest in its culture and history grows, more and more people have asked for a series of titles that capture the colour and style of the everyday Jamaican lifestyle. Following in the footsteps of the popular and fun Jamaican Dancehall Dictionary comes this guide to words and proverbs. Illustrated throughout with humorous b/w line drawings.
