The Shilluk People

The Shilluk People: Their Language And Folklore is a book written by Diedrich Westermann in 1912. It is a comprehensive study of the Shilluk people, a Nilotic ethnic group residing in South Sudan. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the Shilluk language and the second part on their folklore.In the first part, Westermann provides an in-depth analysis of the Shilluk language, including its grammar, syntax, and phonetics. He also discusses the history and development of the language, as well as its relationship to other languages in the region.The second part of the book explores the rich folklore of the Shilluk people, including their myths, legends, and folktales. Westermann provides detailed descriptions and analyses of these stories, highlighting their cultural significance and the role they play in Shilluk society.Overall, The Shilluk People: Their Language And Folklore is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and language of the Shilluk people. It provides a unique insight into the lives and traditions of this fascinating ethnic group and is an important contribution to the field of African studies.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.