Pathak, R.C.

Bhargava’s Standard Illustrated Dictionary of the Hindi Language. Revised and Enlarged.

Hindi-English Edition. Varanasi, Bhargava Book Depot, 1970. 12 x 12 cm. 1280 pages. Original Hardcover. Very good condition with only minor signs of external wear.

This standard work of reference has taken a new departure in its compilation. It is quite original in style and method and no pains have been spared to make it as compact, perfect and reliable as possible. Every attempt has been made to insert in this handy volume as many useful reference as are found in a Hindi Encyclopaedia, with the valuable addition of equivalent English words and synonyms for all words, phrases and idioms in current use. The part of a speech of a word is placed next to the main word, and where a word is used in more than one part of speech, the same has been separately inserted and suitable English word for the same has been attached thereto. All the words in literary and conversational Hindi, modern and ancient, have been included in the work. The prevalent terms of all science e.g. astrology, mathematics, astronomy, art, literature, music etc. have been rendered into English. Latin words for plants, fruits, medicines etc. have also been inserted along with the usual English words. Several useful appendices as well as a comprehensive list of modern weights and measures have also been appended.

• Language: English
• Inventory Number: 41547AB

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