02136cam a22003253u 4500 44866 UtSlPG 20260610134029.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 13026368 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN Hearn, Lafcadio, 1850-1904 "Gombo Zhèbes." Little Dictionary of Creole Proverbs Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-02-10 Produced by Marcia Brooks, Valérie Leduc, Hugo Voisard, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Gombo Zhèbes: Little Dictionary of Creole Proverbs" by Lafcadio Hearn is a collection of folklore and proverbs written in the late 19th century. The work serves as an exploration of Creole culture through the proverbs of various dialects, particularly focusing on Louisiana. It showcases the linguistic richness and vibrancy of Creole idioms, providing insights into the lives and traditions of the people who use them." "At the start of the book, Hearn introduces the concept of "gombo," not only as a well-known dish in New Orleans but also as a metaphor for the Creole language itself—a mix of various cultural influences. He explains the origins and transformations of the Creole dialects, highlighting its uniqueness compared to French and the gradual changes occurring over time. The opening portion also reflects on the variety of sources for the proverbs collected and hints at the personal anecdotes and local commentary that enrich their meanings, setting the stage for an in-depth exploration of this fascinating folklore." (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Creole dialects Proverbs, Creole https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44866 85705 85705