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About The Book: A Grammar of the Tibetan Language: Literary and Colloquial by Herbert Bruce Hannah is a comprehensive linguistic study aimed at English speakers learning Tibetan. It systematically covers both classical (literary) and spoken (colloquial) Tibetan, offering detailed explanations of grammar, pronunciation, spelling, and especially verb construction—often the most complex part of the language. The work includes practical examples, linguistic comparisons, and appendices to aid deeper understanding. Drawing on Hannah's studies under Tibetan scholar Kazi Dawa Samdup, the grammar reflects scholarly precision and pedagogical clarity. It remains a foundational resource for students, translators, and scholars of Tibetan language and Buddhist literature. About The Author: Herbert Bruce Hannah (1862–1930) was a British lawyer and judge in India, known for his scholarly work in linguistics and history. Before 1912, he studied Tibetan under Kazi Dawa Samdup in Darjeeling, producing notable works such as A Grammar of the Tibetan Language (1912). Serving as a High Court judge in Calcutta between 1910 and 1925, Hannah also explored ancient chronologies with publications like Ancient Romic Chronology (1919) and The Secret of Egyptian Chronology (1916). His 1919 lectures at Calcutta University, Culture and Kultur Race-origins, examined the origins of races and cultures, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise in language, law, and history. The Title 'A Grammar of the Tibetan Language: Literary and Colloquial written/authored/edited by Herbert Bruce Hannah', published in the year 1912. The ISBN 9789371695022 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 426 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Tibetan language. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.