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About The Book: A Tibetan-English Dictionary: With Special Reference to the Prevailing Dialects to which is added an English-Tibetan Vocabulary is a comprehensive linguistic resource compiled to support translators, scholars, and learners of Tibetan. This work systematically presents Tibetan words with English translations, emphasizing dialectal variations across different regions. The dictionary is augmented by an English-Tibetan vocabulary, enhancing its usability for English speakers. This dual-format approach makes it valuable for interpreting texts and facilitating communication with Tibetan-speaking communities. The dictionary is regarded as an essential tool for students of Tibetan language, culture, and religion, providing foundational vocabulary and contextual insights. About The Author: Heinrich August Jäschke (1817–1883) was a German Tibetologist, missionary, and Bible translator with the Moravian Church. Serving in Kyelang, India, from 1857 to 1868, Jäschke applied his linguistic expertise to translate religious texts, earning recognition as an exceptional linguist. His notable works include A Tibetan-English Dictionary (1881) and Tibetan Grammar (1883), both foundational resources for Tibetan studies. Renowned for his contributions, he was praised by historian James Hutton as "the most distinguished linguist in the whole history of the Moravian Church." The Title 'A Tibetan-English Dictionary: With Special Reference to the Prevailing Dialects to which is added an English-Tibetan Vocabulary written/authored/edited by H. A. Jäschke', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367805695 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 702 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Dictionary. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.