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The Gundungurra Language

By R. H. (Robert Hamilton) Mathews

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the intricate details of an Indigenous Australian language as it meticulously reveals its grammatical structures and unique linguistic features.

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2007-06-19
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"The Gundungurra Language" by R. H. Mathews is a scholarly work that explores the complex structure of the Gundungurra tongue, spoken by Aboriginal tribes in New South Wales, Australia. The publication methodically examines the language's sounds, vocabulary, and grammar, revealing its interesting aspects like how words change based on number and person. It provides thorough explanations of word formation, gender, and how nouns and verbs work, it sheds light on the rules and structure of the language. This study is a valuable tool for anyone interested in linguistics or learning about the distinct heritage of Indigenous Australian communities.

About the Author

Robert Hamilton Mathews (1841–1918) was an Australian surveyor and self-taught anthropologist who studied the Aboriginal cultures of Australia, especially those of Victoria, New South Wales and southern Queensland. He was a member of the Royal Society of New South Wales and a corresponding member of the Anthropological Institute of London.

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