Excerpt from An Easy Introduction to the Old Indian Language of the Atlantic Coast
Learning a language is merely to memorize a thousand or more words. It is no great feat. As the stupidest child does it and we see many foreign children who know two or three tongues well enough for their needs.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the Eastern Algonquian language once spoken by the Mohegan and Narragansett tribes. It is a painstaking record of a language on the cusp of extinction, preserved through the meticulous efforts of the author. The book delineates the grammar, structure, nuances, and many oddities of the language, offering insights into its rich complexity. The author's passion for the subject shines through every page, inviting readers into this forgotten world of linguistic artistry and nuance. Through the exploration of words, phrases, and sentence structure, this book illuminates the unique cultural perspectives and ways of thinking embedded within this ancient tongue. For those seeking to connect with a piece of American history or delve into the intricacies of a lost language, this book is an invaluable resource and a testament to the enduring power of human communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333995003_0
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