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First Hebrew Book (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Thomas Kerchever Arnold

 
9780484858182: First Hebrew Book (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the building blocks of Hebrew and related Semitic languages in this concise guide.

This edition offers a clear, historically minded introduction that helps readers quickly grasp the language’s core ideas, from its roots to its modern form.

The book surveys the Semitic language family and places Hebrew within its broader context. It explains how writing systems, vowels, and consonants shape meaning, and it outlines the basic features that set Semitic languages apart, such as root-based word formation and gender in nouns. You’ll also see how Hebrew fits into the wider story of ancient and medieval language development, with notes on pronunciation, grammar, and script.
What you’ll experience
  • A broad overview of the Semitic language family and Hebrew’s place in it
  • A grounding in how roots and patterns form verbs and nouns
  • An introduction to writing systems, vowels, and the logic of gender
  • A tour through core grammar topics that underpin reading and comprehension
Ideal for readers of linguistic history, biblical studies, and language learners seeking a solid foundations primer.

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