by Thomas J. Hinnebusch (Author), Sarah M. Mirza (Author)

This is a comprehensive manual intended to teach students the basics of communicating in Swahili at an elementary level. It is designed to teach major communicative skills such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Moreover, the text strives to impart fundamental knowledge about East African and Swahili culture.

Author Biography

Thomas J. Hinnebusch is Professor of Linguistics and African Languages at the University of California, Los Angeles.