Language-Study Based on Bantu or an Inquiry Into the Laws of Root-Formation: The Original Plural, the Sexual Dual, and the Principles of Word-Comparison; Tables Illustrating the Primitive Pronominal S

Trace the roots of Bantu language and discover how thinking shaped word formation, from pronouns to roots to tables.

This scholarly work examines foundational ideas in African linguistics, focusing on how pronominal forms and root-formation develop across language families. It presents analyses and historical insights drawn from the Bantu languages, with parallel notes on related families to illuminate patterns of change over time.

The book offers concrete, table-based illustrations of pronouns and roots, showing how simple forms evolve into complex systems. It explains stages of root-formation and how linguistic thought is reflected in structure and usage. The material is organized to support study, comparison, and deeper understanding of language development.

• See how singular, plural, and dual forms relate in pronouns and how these patterns emerge.
• Explore stages of root-formation and their impact on word meaning and use.
• Review pronominal tables and cross-language comparisons for context and clarity.
• Gain practical insight into how language reflects thought and culture.

Ideal for readers of linguistics, language history, and students seeking a rigorous, historical perspective.