William Dwight Whitney

Sanskrit Grammar

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ISBN 13:
9780486431369
author:
William Dwight Whitney
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Dover Publications Inc.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2003
Pages:
576
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£22.10

Description

Sanskrit Grammar by William Dwight Whitney provides a comprehensive guide to understanding ancient Indian literature. This detailed study focuses on the fundamentals of Sanskrit, exploring its alphabet, accent, and grammatical structures as revealed in classical texts such as the Veda and Brahmana. The text begins with an introduction to the language's basics, progressing through topics including declension, conjugation, parts of speech, and compound stems. A helpful appendix featuring a Sanskrit index and general index concludes the book, offering valuable resources for students of Indian culture and history. Suitable for those seeking to explore ancient Indian literature, this grammar provides a thorough foundation in the language's basics.

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