Cree Language Structures by Ahenakew Freda (6 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Near Fine+ reprint trade paperback, clean and unmarked.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 5th or later Edition. DESCRIPTION: Softcover, fifth printing, 1995. Originally published in 1987. X, 170 pp. ------ CONDITION: Clean, tight copy, no markings, not cracked open. Bookstore label on the back cover. Small indentation to the top of the back cover going through the top part of the last 60 pages. ------ ABOUT THIS TITLE: This book delves into the intricate grammatical structure of the Cree language, a member of the Algonquian language family spoken by Indigenous peoples across Canada. --- Ahenakew employs a descriptive approach, meticulously analyzing various aspects of Cree grammar. It focuses on the structure and formation of words, including inflection (changes in word form to indicate grammatical function) and derivation (the creation of new words from existing ones), and the rules governing how words are combined to form phrases and sentences. --- This book is highly regarded for its in-depth and insightful analysis of Cree grammar. It serves as a valuable resource for linguists, educators, researchers and scholars studying Cree and Algonquian languages. It has significantly contributed to the documentation and understanding of the Cree language, playing a crucial role in its preservation and revitalization efforts. ------ ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Freda Ahenakew (1932-2011) was a prominent figure in Cree language studies and a dedicated advocate for language revitalization. Her work has had a lasting impact on the field of Indigenous language research. ------ NOTE: Happy to send pictures and answer a questions.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Clean, tight, unmarked; name and stamp on ffep; otherwise absolute minimal wear; appears unread; This book will be an extremely useful tool for anyone who teaches Cree. For the first time, many of the structural complexities of the language are being presented in a non-technical way - and by an author who is herself a Cree speaker.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 4th prt. x, 170 pp. "Many of the structural complexities of the language are being presented in a non-technical way." Bright clean copy. Covers have some light shelf wear, top front corner and following pages lightly creased.