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The Languages Of China Before The Chinese (1887)

The Languages Of China Before The Chinese (1887)

Lacouperie, Terrien De

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ISBN10: 1120895316
ISBN13: 9781120895318
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 152
Weight: 0.47
Height: 0.33 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Languages of China Before the Chinese is a historical book written by Terrien De Lacouperie in 1887. The book provides a comprehensive account of the various languages spoken in China before the emergence of the Chinese language. The author explores the linguistic diversity of the region, including the languages of the various ethnic groups that inhabited China, such as the Tibetans, Mongols, Manchus, and others.The book also delves into the origins of these languages and their influences on the Chinese language. It examines the impact of the various migrations and invasions that occurred in China throughout history, which brought new languages and dialects to the region.Lacouperie's work is based on extensive research and analysis of historical documents, inscriptions, and other sources. The book includes detailed descriptions of the grammar, vocabulary, and phonetics of the various languages discussed, making it an invaluable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the linguistic history of China.Overall, The Languages of China Before the Chinese is an important contribution to the study of Chinese linguistics and provides valuable insights into the rich linguistic heritage of China.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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