This book, with contributions from Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, provides very useful theoretical and empirical insights into the role of language in gender relations, political manoeuvring and socio-political mobilization. It also provides useful contributions on the role of proverbs in political, literary, historical and social settings. The issues in the book are treated with impressive depth and authority. Scholars and individuals who are interested in language, gender and politics will find it invaluable.