Publisher's Synopsis
Language Of The Aborigines Of The Colony Of Victoria And Other Australian Districts (1859) is a comprehensive study of the indigenous languages spoken in Victoria and other parts of Australia during the mid-19th century. The book was written by Daniel Bunce, an English linguist who spent several years living among the Aboriginal people in Victoria and studying their languages.The book includes detailed descriptions of the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation of several Aboriginal languages, including Woiwurrung, Taungurung, Djadjawurrung, and Gunai. Bunce also provides insights into the cultural and social context in which these languages were used, including their role in storytelling, song, and ritual.In addition to his linguistic research, Bunce also includes observations on the Aboriginal people's way of life, their customs and beliefs, and their interactions with European colonizers. He notes the challenges faced by the Aboriginal people in adapting to the changes brought about by colonization, including the loss of their traditional lands and the erosion of their cultural practices.Overall, Language Of The Aborigines Of The Colony Of Victoria And Other Australian Districts is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the languages and cultures of Australia's indigenous peoples during a time of significant change and upheaval.This scarce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.
