This book makes a unique contribution to the understanding of language and the diversity of human expression. The author posits that language is a pivotal mechanism in the development of a society, intrinsically linked to the intellectual and emotional capabilities of its speakers. Through a comparative analysis of three closely related Polynesian languages—Tahitian, Tongan, and New Zealand Maori—the author provides deep insights into the nature of human creativity and cultural diversity. The exploration of grammatical structures, sounds, and meanings found within these languages reveals the existence of distinct ways of conceiving reality, opening new perspectives on the human experience.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book makes a unique contribution to the understanding of language and the diversity of human expression. The author posits that language is a pivotal mechanism in the development of a society, intrinsically linked to the intellectual and emotional capabilities of its speakers. Through a comparative analysis of three closely related Polynesian languagesâ"Tahitian, Tongan, and New Zealand Maoriâ"the author provides deep insights into the nature of human creativity and cultural diversity. The exploration of grammatical structures, sounds, and meanings found within these languages reveals the existence of distinct ways of conceiving reality, opening new perspectives on the human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243587940_0
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