An Introduction To The Khasia Language: Comprising A Grammar, Selections For Reading, And A Vocabulary (1855)

Pryse, W

ISBN 10: 1104682664 / ISBN 13: 9781104682668

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Introduction To The Khasia Language: Comprising A Grammar, Selections For Reading, And A Vocabulary (1855)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1104682664
• ISBN 13: 9781104682668
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

""An Introduction to the Khasia Language"" is a book written by W. Pryse and originally published in 1855. The book is focused on teaching the Khasia language, which is spoken by the Khasi people of Northeast India. The book is divided into three main sections: grammar, selections for reading, and a vocabulary. The grammar section provides a comprehensive overview of the Khasia language, including its phonology, morphology, and syntax. It covers topics such as verb conjugation, noun declension, and sentence structure. The selections for reading section includes various texts written in Khasia, such as folktales, poems, and religious texts. These texts are designed to help readers develop their reading and comprehension skills in the language. The vocabulary section contains a list of Khasia words with their English translations. This section is meant to help readers build their vocabulary and improve their ability to communicate in the language. Overall, ""An Introduction to the Khasia Language"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning the Khasia language or studying the culture and history of the Khasi people. The book provides a solid foundation in the language and offers a glimpse into the rich literary tradition of the Khasia people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.