The Problem Of Shwa In Sanskrit

The Problem Of Shwa In Sanskrit

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Author: Thomas Burrow
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1979

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded DJ with slight moisture damage. Stained book block. Clean text.

This academic text presents a rigorous linguistic analysis of the shwa vowel in Sanskrit, a complex phonological phenomenon central to the accurate pronunciation and understanding of the ancient language. Thomas Burrow meticulously details the historical development and various manifestations of shwa, offering a comprehensive examination of its behavior within different grammatical contexts. The work provides invaluable insights for scholars, linguists, and advanced students of Sanskrit phonetics and morphology. It systematically unravels the intricacies of this elusive sound, contributing significantly to the field of Indological studies. This scholarly volume is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deep understanding of Sanskrit phonology.

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Author: Thomas Burrow
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1979

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded DJ with slight moisture damage. Stained book block. Clean text.

This academic text presents a rigorous linguistic analysis of the shwa vowel in Sanskrit, a complex phonological phenomenon central to the accurate pronunciation and understanding of the ancient language. Thomas Burrow meticulously details the historical development and various manifestations of shwa, offering a comprehensive examination of its behavior within different grammatical contexts. The work provides invaluable insights for scholars, linguists, and advanced students of Sanskrit phonetics and morphology. It systematically unravels the intricacies of this elusive sound, contributing significantly to the field of Indological studies. This scholarly volume is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deep understanding of Sanskrit phonology.