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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricacies of the Tiwa language, specifically the dialect spoken in Taos Pueblo, New Mexico. The author meticulously examines the language's structure, sounds, and unique features, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of this Indigenous community. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century linguistic studies, the work situates Tiwa within the broader context of the Tanoan language family, comparing and contrasting it with related languages like Tewa and Towa. The author explores the historical development of Tiwa, highlighting its conservative nature and potential links to ancient forms of Tanoan speech. Through detailed analysis, the book unveils the complex systems of noun and verb morphology, pronunciation, and sentence construction that characterize Tiwa. Readers will discover intriguing linguistic phenomena, such as the language's use of diphthongs, its system of incorporating nouns into verbs, and the expression of subtle nuances through a rich array of pronouns and postfixes. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the remarkable resilience and adaptability of the Tiwa language, offering valuable insights into the cultural identity and worldview of the Taos people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333593971_0
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