Product Description
by David Geer (Author)
Essential Sanskrit Grammar is a practical, easy-to-use resource that provides the key elements needed to establish a solid foundation in grammar. It is designed so that students can steadily expand their knowledge while developing a sincere appreciation of the language. Topics in this book include:
- The Sanskrit alphabet - reading, writing, and pronouncing the devanāgarī script and understanding transliteration
- The elements of sandhi - the euphonic blending of letters
- Verbs of the 1st, 4th, 6th, and 10th classes, the conjugational tenses and moods, and the passive voice
- Nouns, adjectives, pronouns and their declension
- Adverbs and indeclinables
- An introduction to translation and meter Plus:
- Vocabulary lists of important verbs, nouns, adjectives, pronouns, and adverbs
- Abundant grammatical examples that include devanāgarī with transliteration
- A helpful system of cross-referencing for quick access of related information
- Selected verses from the Bhagavad-Gītā and other sources
Number of Pages: 284
Dimensions: 0.6 x 11 x 8.5 IN
Publication Date: October 29, 2019
