A Dictionary of the Puk'hto, Pus'hto or Language of the Afghans: with Remarks on the Originality of the Language and its Affinity to the Semitic and Other Oriental Tongues
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A Dictionary of the Puk’hto, Pus’hto or Language of the Afghans: with Remarks on the Originality of the Language and its Affinity to the Semitic and Other Oriental Tongues

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Explore the rich history of the Pashto language with “A Dictionary of the Puk’hto, Pus’hto.” Authored by Capt. H.G. Raverty, this comprehensive dictionary delves into the origins and evolution of Pashto, examining its connections to Semitic and other Eastern languages. Discover etymologies, meanings, and cultural insights. ISBN: 9789391928896

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  • ISBN-13: 9789391928896
  • Publisher: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • No of Pages: 582
  • ISBN-10: 9391928897
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2022
  • Language: English

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Weight 0.5 kg

24 reviews for A Dictionary of the Puk’hto, Pus’hto or Language of the Afghans: with Remarks on the Originality of the Language and its Affinity to the Semitic and Other Oriental Tongues

  1. Abhishek Gupta –

    An old book with interesting information, could be a little easier to navigate with a better index perhaps.

  2. Prabhu Mehrotra –

    Fascinating look into Pashto’s roots. Some sections are complex, but overall, a worthwhile read for those interested in linguistics.

  3. Pooja Hazarika –

    An interesting academic analysis of Pashto language origins, I found it dense and hard to follow at times.

  4. Kanak Singhal –

    Provides great history and context. It’s not very exciting, but informative nonetheless.

  5. Sanskar Jindal –

    Useful for scholars, but hard for a layperson to understand due to the complex language used.

  6. Rajat Punia –

    A comprehensive dictionary. A bit scholarly, but contains significant insights.

  7. Aprajita Kumari –

    A detailed, academic work on Pashto origins and structure, I would recommend for serious study.

  8. T S Kavya –

    A good effort and deep dive into Pashto origins. The writing style is a bit dated, but it is what it is.

  9. Prapti Roy –

    A good resource for understanding Pashto’s development. The dictionary is quite thorough.

  10. Mayank Sharma –

    It’s a bit challenging. The old time writing can be difficult to follow at times. However still good.

  11. Utsav Ghosh –

    It’s detailed and insightful, I have found it hard to fully understand some of the points.

  12. Bhaviripudi Kusuma Sri –

    A great resource for those studying Pashto linguistics. It’s dense but valuable. Highly recommend!

  13. Anmol Pasricha –

    Very detailed examination of Pashto. Some parts are difficult to get through, but a valuable book overall.

  14. Sahitya Pramod Nahata –

    This dictionary goes into the roots of the Pashto language, the depth is fascinating if you are into this.

  15. Pranika Agarwal –

    A must-have for Pashto language enthusiasts. The historical context is incredible.

  16. Kaustubh Vilas Mahajan –

    Good resource for serious language researchers, I found some of the comparisons helpful. Can feel quite academic.

  17. Nikita Gupta –

    A scholarly work. The remarks on language originality were interesting. Not exactly light reading, but informative.

  18. Vijay M –

    The dictionary fulfilled my linguistic curiosity about Pashto. The language affinity remarks were especially insightful.

  19. Vaibhav Nair –

    Detailed but somewhat dry. It’s informative if you need it for research, but not for casual reading.

  20. Anan Ahmad Khan –

    Helpful for understanding Pashto language origins, it’s a complex subject but presented well.

  21. Jivyansh Mittal –

    I learned a great deal about Pashto. Some sections were tough to get through. Worth it in the end.

  22. Ishan –

    A unique resource for language enthusiasts! Raverty’s dictionary is insightful, though a bit dense for casual readers. Still, a valuable contribution.

  23. Benkteshwer Nath Aman –

    Great book for serious scholars! Capt. Raverty’s effort is commendable in this field of linguistics.

  24. Pooja Beniwal –

    Provides great historical context to the Pashto language and etymology. A bit challenging but rewarding to delve into!

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