About The Book: Introduction to the Study of Indian Languages, with Words, Phrases and Sentences to be Collected by J. W. Powell is a foundational work in linguistic anthropology. Published in 1880, it provides a systematic method for documenting and studying Native American languages. Powell, a pioneering ethnologist, offers guidelines for collecting vocabulary, grammar, and cultural expressions from indigenous languages. The work emphasizes the importance of preserving these languages as part of the cultural heritage and serves as a key resource for field linguists and researchers. About The Author: J. W. Powell, (1834-1902) was an American geologist, explorer, and ethnologist, best known for leading the first expedition through the Grand Canyon. As the founder of the Bureau of American Ethnology, he played a crucial role in documenting Native American cultures and languages, advocating for their preservation and study. The Title 'Introduction to the study of Indian languages: With Words, Phrases and sentences to be collected written/authored/edited by J W Powell', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789364332934 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 248 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Study and Teaching. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.
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