Essential Sanskrit Grammar: Book One

By: Geer, David

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 transliterationThe elements of sandhi - the euphonic blending of lettersVerbs of the 1st, 4th, 6th, and 10th classes, the conjugational tenses and moods, and the passive voiceNouns, adjectives, pronouns and their declensionAdverbs and indeclinablesAn introduction to translation and meter

Plus: Vocabulary lists of important verbs, nouns, adjectives, pronouns, and adverbsAbundant grammatical examples that include devanāgarī with transliterationA helpful system of cross-referencing for quick access of related informationSelected verses from the Bhagavad-Gītā and other sources

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1726185788
• ISBN13: 9781726185783
• Release Date: October 2019
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.5" x 11.0"