Library

Resources

A curated reading list, lexicons, and learning materials for students, researchers, and members of the Marghi diaspora.

Book

The Marghi of Nigeria

Foundational anthropological study of Marghi social structure and ritual life.

James H. Vaughan · 1964
Dictionary

Marghi (Heba) — English Lexicon

The standard reference for the Marghi Chadic language.

C. Hoffmann · 1963
Paper

Iron-working among the Marghi

Ethnoarchaeological study of Marghi smelting and forging traditions.

N. David · 1992
Course

Beginner's Heba

Free 12-lesson video course teaching basic Marghi vocabulary and pronunciation.

Marghi Heritage Society · 2023
Archive

Borno State Cultural Archive

Government archive holding photographs, manuscripts, and oral recordings.

BOSCAS · —
Map

Mandara Highlands Cultural Atlas

Geographical and ethnographic atlas covering the Marghi homeland.

S. Seignobos · 2000