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About The Book: "An Introduction to the Grammar of the Sanskrit Language: For the use of Early Students" by Horace Hayman Wilson, initially published in 1841, serves as a comprehensive guide tailored for novice Sanskrit learners. Divided into several sections, the book covers various aspects of Sanskrit grammar. It starts with an overview of the language's history and dialects, followed by sections on the alphabet, pronunciation, parts of speech, word formation, and syntax. Wilson illustrates each concept with examples and provides exercises for practical application. The book also includes a glossary of Sanskrit terms and a bibliography, making it a valuable resource for early Sanskrit enthusiasts. About The Author: Horace Hayman Wilson (1786–1860) was a pioneering English orientalist and the inaugural Boden Professor of Sanskrit at Oxford University. A Bengal Civil Service member from 1808, he excelled in metallurgy at Calcutta's mint. Wilson, a staunch advocate of vernacular education in India, opposed making English the sole medium in native schools. In 1832, he became Oxford's first Boden Professor and later served as the East India Company's librarian. Wilson's significant works include translating the Rigveda, crafting the first Sanskrit–English Dictionary (1819), and contributing to Indian drama research. He also delved into Ayurveda, compiled the Mackenzie Collection, and penned historical works. The Title 'An Introduction to the Grammar of the Sanskrit Language, For the Use of Early Students written/authored/edited by H. H. Wilson', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121270212 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 467 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Grammar. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-