Rhenius’ Tamil Grammar, with an Appendix explains how the Tamil language is spoken and written by well‑bred Tamilians, while avoiding older forms that obscure everyday use.
This edition frames Tamil as a living vernacular, not only a poetical or classical language.
The book traces the history of Tamil grammar, surveys earlier works, and explains how to study the language through orthography, etymology, syntax, and rhetoric. It also shows how the native grammars and the Tamil idiom influence learning, reading, and understanding modern Tamil texts.
- How Tamil grammar evolved in the Madras region and beyond
- Differences between spoken Tamil and literary forms
- Practical guidance on orthography, word origins, and sentence structure
- Notes on how to acquire a natural Tamil idiom with expert help
Ideal for readers of linguistic history, Tamil studies, and students seeking a clear, historical pathway to understanding Tamil grammar.