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1001 proverbs in Papiamentu

This book is a tribute to the colourful Papiamentu language. A language spoken by only 260.000 people on three islands of the former Dutch Antilles; Bonaire, Curacao and Aruba. Although this language is only spoken in a small region, this collection of proverbs shows how by use of creativity, humour and love the Papiamentu language managed to develop and maintain itself.

Papiamentu is an essential part of the island culture. It is important not to lose the beauty and richness of a cultural heritage as recent political and social developments can change the existing culture. People who know their past can build towards a better future.

On the website you can buy the book or donate it to different schools on the ABC islands. It is definitely a book you need to have in your collection of Papiamentu literature.

[source & image: 1001proverbio ]
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