9789367807279 - Outline Grammar of the ... (Khâmtî) Language: As Spoken by the Khâmtîs Residing in the Neighbourhood of Sadiya von J. F. Needham (2 Ergebnisse)

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Paperback. Zustand: New. Language: English. About The Book: "Outline Grammar of the Khâmtî Language: As Spoken by the Khâmtîs Residing in the Neighbourhood of Sadiya" by J. F. Needham provides an extensive examination of the Khâmtî language, detailing its grammatical rules, phonology, and syntax. This work is significant for documenting the linguistic characteristics of the Khâmtî community in Assam, India. Needham includes illustrative sentences, a phrasebook, and a vocabulary to support language learning and preservation. His contributions enrich the understanding of Tai-Kadai languages and highlight the cultural heritage of the Khâmtî people, serving as an essential resource for linguists and ethnographers. About The Author: Jack Francis Needham OBE (18421924) was a British officer in the Bengal Police, serving as Political Officer in Sadiya, Assam, from 1882. He explored the Eastern Himalayan region, notably the Adi area, fostering British relations with local Tani tribes. Needham is recognized for his pioneering work on Sino-Tibetan and Tai-Kadai languages, authoring grammars for Mising, Singpho, and Tai Khamti, along with an ethnographic travelogue detailing his journey to South-Eastern Tibet. His contributions significantly enhanced the understanding of the region's languages and cultures. The Title 'Outline Grammar of the . (Khâmtî) Language: As Spoken by the Khâmtîs Residing in the Neighbourhood of Sadiya written/authored/edited by J. F. Needham', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367807279 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 209 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Grammar. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 209.