Australian Aboriginal Languages
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Barry J. Blake
Binding: Paperback
Published: ANGUS & ROBERTSON PUBLISHERS, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, some foxing on block
Barry J. Blake's Australian Aboriginal Languages presents a comprehensive linguistic analysis of the diverse indigenous languages of Australia. This scholarly work details the unique grammatical structures, phonological systems, and semantic complexities that characterize these ancient tongues. It argues for the profound cultural significance embedded within each language, illustrating their intricate relationship with the land and traditional knowledge. The text further chronicles the historical development and current status of these languages, offering invaluable insights for linguists, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the rich tapestry of human communication.
Author: Barry J. Blake
Binding: Paperback
Published: ANGUS & ROBERTSON PUBLISHERS, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, some foxing on block
Barry J. Blake's Australian Aboriginal Languages presents a comprehensive linguistic analysis of the diverse indigenous languages of Australia. This scholarly work details the unique grammatical structures, phonological systems, and semantic complexities that characterize these ancient tongues. It argues for the profound cultural significance embedded within each language, illustrating their intricate relationship with the land and traditional knowledge. The text further chronicles the historical development and current status of these languages, offering invaluable insights for linguists, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the rich tapestry of human communication.