A Grammar of Kiikamba is, on many levels, a major landmark on the scene of Kenyan language study. First and foremost, it is a clear and economical description, in the latest linguistic terms, of the structure and social dynamics of Kiīkamba, one of Kenya’s major indigenous languages. This marks it out as not only an indispensable handbook for anyone interested in this specific language but also a model for the study of other African, and especially Bantu, languages. Coming from one of the most eminent Kenyan linguists, with a vast wealth of study, research and teaching experience, the book is a treasury of insights into the Kiikamba language itself and into the methods and techniques of analysing, interpreting and presenting linguistic data in applied and applicable form. Indeed, one striking characteristic of A Grammar of Kiīkamba is its fluent readability, which, however, does not compromise its technical integrity. The most endearing aspect of this book is the author’s intimate closeness to her subject, the Kiīkamba language, of which she is a native and enthusiastic habitual user. Professor Kīoko’s blend of her keen linguistic scholarly and research skills with her profound love for her home language make A Grammar of Kiīkamba a compelling and convincing text for both language enthusiasts and rigorous linguistics scholars.
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