First Steps In Zulu: Being An Elementary Grammar Of The Zulu Language (1890)

""First Steps in Zulu"" is an introductory book on the Zulu language, written by John William Colenso and published in 1890. The book is designed to provide an elementary grammar of the Zulu language, making it accessible to beginners who have little or no prior knowledge of the language. The book begins with an overview of the Zulu language, including its history, phonetics, and alphabet. It then progresses to cover basic grammar, such as nouns, verbs, adjectives, and pronouns, as well as more advanced topics like tenses, moods, and the passive voice. Throughout the book, Colenso provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers practice their new language skills. He also includes a vocabulary list at the end of the book, which contains common Zulu words and phrases that learners can use in everyday conversation.Overall, ""First Steps in Zulu"" is an excellent resource for anyone looking to learn the basics of the Zulu language. Its clear and concise explanations, along with its practical exercises, make it a valuable tool for beginners and language enthusiasts alike.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.