9781332939497 - Dictionary and Grammar of the Chamorro Language of the Island of Guam (Classic Reprint) de Preissig, Edward Von W. (5 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 245 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.56 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricacies of the Chamorro language, spoken in the Mariana Islands, particularly Guam. It offers a comprehensive guide to understanding the language's structure, pronunciation, and vocabulary. The author highlights the challenges faced in compiling this work due to the scarcity of available resources and the evolution of the spoken language over time. The book presents a detailed analysis of Chamorro grammar, covering aspects such as articles, nouns, adjectives, verbs, and adverbs. It explores the unique features of the language, including the absence of grammatical gender and the use of particles to indicate relationships between words. The author provides clear explanations and numerous examples to illustrate grammatical concepts, making them accessible to both learners and those interested in the linguistic characteristics of Chamorro. Furthermore, the book includes a substantial dictionary section, with entries in both English-Chamorro and Chamorro-English formats. This extensive vocabulary resource allows readers to delve deeper into the nuances of the language and explore its rich cultural heritage. The inclusion of historical documents and correspondence related to the creation of the dictionary adds a layer of historical context, shedding light on the efforts made to preserve and document the Chamorro language. By offering a comprehensive and accessible guide to the Chamorro language, this book provides valuable insights into the linguistic and cultural identity of the Chamorro people, emphasizing the importance of language preservation and documentation in understanding a community's heritage. 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.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 245 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.56 inches. This item is printed on demand.