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About The Book: Theodore Benfey's "A Sanskrit-English Dictionary: With References to the Best Editions of Sanskrit Authors and Etymologies and Comparisons of Cognate Words Chiefly in Greek, Latin, Gothic, and Anglo-Saxon" is a monumental work in comparative linguistics. Compiled by Benfey in the 19th century, this dictionary is renowned for its comprehensive etymological analysis, linking Sanskrit with other Indo-European languages. It serves not only as a dictionary but also as an exploration of linguistic connections, illustrating the common roots and evolutionary paths of these languages. About The Compiler: Theodore Benfey (1809-1881) was a German philologist and orientalist. Noted for his pioneering work in comparative linguistics, particularly in Sanskrit and the history of the Indo-European languages, Benfey made significant contributions to the understanding of the origins and structure of language families. His major works include a critical edition of the "Panchatantra." Benfey's theories laid foundational insights for the field of linguistics. The Title 'A Sanskrit - English Dictionary: With References to the Best Editions of Sanskrit Authors and Etymologies and Comparisons of Cognate Words Chiefly in Greek, Latin, Gothic, and Anglo-Saxon written/authored/edited by Compiler: Theodore Benfey', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362804518 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 1161 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English, Sanskrit. The subject of this book is Foreign Languages, Language Learning & Teaching. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: