An English and Tongan Vocabulary, Also a Tongan and English Vocabulary: With a List of Idiomatic Phrases and Tongan Grammar (1897)

An English and Tongan Vocabulary, Also a Tongan and English Vocabulary: With a List of Idiomatic Phrases and Tongan Grammar is a book by Shirley Waldemar Baker, first published in 1897. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Tongan language, providing a list of words and phrases in both English and Tongan, as well as a detailed grammar guide. The book is intended for students and scholars of the Tongan language, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the culture and history of Tonga. The vocabulary section includes a wide range of words and phrases, from common everyday terms to more specialized technical terminology. The idiomatic phrases section provides useful expressions and sayings that are commonly used in Tonga, while the grammar section covers the basic rules of the language, including pronunciation, verb conjugation, and sentence structure. Overall, An English and Tongan Vocabulary, Also a Tongan and English Vocabulary: With a List of Idiomatic Phrases and Tongan Grammar is an essential resource for anyone looking to learn or improve their knowledge of the Tongan 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.