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The Linguistic Cartography Of The Chaco Region (1898)

The Linguistic Cartography Of The Chaco Region (1898)

Brinton, Daniel Garrison

Paperback

LinguisticsFiction AnthologiesRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1120898528
ISBN13: 9781120898524
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Linguistic Cartography of the Chaco Region is a book written by Daniel Garrison Brinton and originally published in 1898. The book is a comprehensive study of the indigenous languages spoken in the Chaco region of South America, which encompasses parts of Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil. Brinton's work is considered a pioneering effort in the field of linguistics and anthropology, as it provides an in-depth analysis of the linguistic diversity of the Chaco region. The book includes detailed descriptions of the phonetics, grammar, and vocabulary of various indigenous languages, as well as maps that illustrate the distribution of these languages across the region. The Linguistic Cartography of the Chaco Region also delves into the cultural and historical context of the indigenous peoples who speak these languages, exploring their social structures, religious beliefs, and economic practices. Brinton draws on a wide range of sources, including fieldwork conducted by himself and other researchers, as well as historical accounts and archival documents. Overall, The Linguistic Cartography of the Chaco Region is a valuable resource for scholars and students of linguistics, anthropology, and South American studies. It offers a detailed and nuanced understanding of the linguistic and cultural diversity of the Chaco region, shedding light on a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of South American history and culture.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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