Specimens of Languages of India: Including those of the Aboriginal Tribes of Bengal the Central Provinces, and the Eastern Frontier Hardcover G Campbell

15 reviews for Specimens of Languages of India: Including those of the Aboriginal Tribes of Bengal the Central Provinces, and the Eastern Frontier Hardcover G Campbell

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Saksham Mishra – February 22, 2023

   Campbell’s work is meticulous, if a little old-fashioned. A good addition to any linguistic library. I appreciate the depth of research, though it can be a bit overwhelming at times.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Divij Sindhwani – March 9, 2023

   Incredibly detailed, potentially boring to those who aren’t specifically studying Indian languages.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Diksha Gupta – April 4, 2023

   This is a very good book for some one studying the linguistic history of India. Book condition was great for its age!

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Pranav Chawla – May 19, 2023

   Intriguing glimpse into India’s linguistic past. Some sections were heavy, but overall a worthwhile read.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Devika Pramod – June 9, 2023

   Great to learn about the early attempts to classify various Indian languages and dialects.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Atharva Rao – June 10, 2023

   Provides a unique perspective on aboriginal languages. Some of the classifications are debatable now, but the specimens are invaluable. A real treasure for historical linguistics.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Kshitij Sudesh Khandare – June 13, 2023

   A must-have for those studying Indian languages! The book offered great details and a comprehensive overview.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Modit Johar – June 24, 2023

   A challenging but rewarding read. The historical context is crucial for understanding the data presented.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Naman Saini – June 29, 2023

   As a language enthusiast, I found this book fascinating, though some of the terminology felt outdated.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Prateek Arya – July 8, 2023

    Extremely detailed and informative! It is a little dense, but great for research.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Ringdao Nunisa – November 21, 2023

    A valuable resource for linguistic studies, but the language can be a bit dense. Still, fascinating insights!

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Ashish Kunvar – May 7, 2024

    Interesting to see how linguistic studies were conducted back then. A bit slow-paced for modern readers.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Devashish Chaudhary – June 24, 2024

    Found some outdated terminology, but this offers a unique reference point for linguistic studies.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Prachi Bhuranda – November 27, 2024

    A bit dry at times, but the historical context makes it a worthwhile read for serious philologists.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Nitin Kumar Pal – December 30, 2024

    An important historical document, but not for casual reading. Very specialized and technical.