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About The Book: "The Piśāca Languages of North-western India" by George Abraham Grierson is an influential scholarly work that delves into a group of lesser-known ancient languages once spoken in the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent. Authored by Grierson, a prominent linguist of the early 20th century, this book forms part of his extensive "Linguistic Survey of India," which documented the vast diversity of languages across India. In this volume, Grierson explores the characteristics, origins, and classifications of the Piśāca languages, theorized to have connections with other Indo-European languages. His analysis provides valuable insights into the linguistic heritage of the region, helping to trace the evolution of languages in North India and their influence on the socio-cultural fabric of the area. Grierson's meticulous research and comprehensive approach make this work a critical resource for historical linguists and scholars interested in the ancient linguistic landscape of South Asia. About The Author: Sir George Abraham Grierson (1851-1941) was a distinguished Irish linguist and civil servant who is best known for his monumental work, the "Linguistic Survey of India," which he conducted from 1898 to 1928. This extensive survey catalogued and described the languages and dialects found across the Indian subcontinent, spanning 11 volumes and detailing over 300 languages and dialects. His work remains a foundational resource in the fields of Indian linguistics and philology. Grierson's academic contributions extended beyond the survey; he also wrote extensively on the languages of the Bihar region and published works on various Indo-Aryan languages. His research on languages like Maithili and Bhojpuri played a crucial role in the recognition of these languages in the broader linguistic map of India. The Title 'The Piśāca Languages of North-western India written/authored/edited by George Abraham Grierson', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 978936