A Study of the Languages of Torres Straits, Part 1: With Vocabularies and Grammatical Notes (1893)

A Study Of The Languages Of Torres Straits, Part 1: With Vocabularies And Grammatical Notes (1893) is a linguistic study conducted by Sidney Herbert Ray. The book explores the languages spoken in Torres Straits, a group of islands located between Australia and Papua New Guinea. The study is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the vocabularies and grammatical notes of the languages. The book provides detailed information on the grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of the languages spoken in the region. It also includes a comprehensive vocabulary list and detailed grammatical notes to help readers understand the structure and nuances of the languages. The book is a valuable resource for linguists, anthropologists, and researchers interested in the languages and cultures of the Torres Straits region.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.