Essay Towards A Dictionary: Tibetan And English (1834) - Paperback

The book ""Essay Towards A Dictionary: Tibetan And English"" was written by Alexander Csoma De Koros and was first published in 1834. It is a comprehensive dictionary that aims to provide a complete translation of the Tibetan language into English. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which provides an introduction to the Tibetan language, including its grammar, pronunciation, and writing system. The second part of the book is the dictionary itself, which contains over 12,000 entries and covers a wide range of topics, including religion, philosophy, medicine, and literature. The entries are arranged alphabetically and provide detailed definitions, as well as examples of usage. The book is considered an important resource for scholars and students of Tibetan language and culture, as well as for those interested in comparative linguistics. It is also a valuable tool for anyone who wishes to learn more about Tibetan language 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.