Publisher's Synopsis
A Dictionary of the Aneityumese Language, written by John Inglis and published in 1882, is a comprehensive guide to the language spoken by the people of Aneityum Island, which is located in the southernmost part of the Vanuatu archipelago in the South Pacific. The book contains over 5,000 entries, including words, phrases, and idioms, with English translations and explanations of their meanings. In addition to the dictionary, the book also includes a brief introduction to the Aneityumese language and its grammar, as well as a list of useful phrases and expressions for travelers and missionaries. The dictionary is an important resource for linguists, anthropologists, historians, and anyone interested in the languages and cultures of the South Pacific.In Two Parts, 1. Aneityumese And English; 2. English And Aneityumese. Also Outlines Of Aneityumese Grammar. And An Introduction, Containing Notices Of The Missions To The Native Races, And Illustrations Of The Principles And Peculiarities Of The Aneityumese Language.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.
