""A Grammar of the Japanese Written Language"" is a comprehensive guide to the Japanese language, written by William George Aston and first published in 1904. The book is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the structure and syntax of the written Japanese language, with a focus on the classical literary style. The book begins with an introduction to the history and development of the Japanese language, including its relationship to Chinese and other Asian languages. The author then delves into the basics of ...
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""A Grammar of the Japanese Written Language"" is a comprehensive guide to the Japanese language, written by William George Aston and first published in 1904. The book is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the structure and syntax of the written Japanese language, with a focus on the classical literary style. The book begins with an introduction to the history and development of the Japanese language, including its relationship to Chinese and other Asian languages. The author then delves into the basics of Japanese grammar, covering topics such as sentence structure, particles, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. Throughout the book, Aston provides numerous examples of Japanese sentences and phrases, along with translations and explanations of their meaning and usage. He also includes exercises and practice questions to help readers master the material. In addition to the grammar of the language, ""A Grammar of the Japanese Written Language"" also includes sections on Japanese pronunciation, vocabulary, and writing systems, including kanji (Chinese characters) and kana (Japanese syllabic scripts). Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone studying the Japanese language, whether as a beginner or an advanced student. Its clear explanations and comprehensive coverage make it a valuable reference for linguists, scholars, and anyone interested in Japanese culture and language.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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