Synchronic and Diachronic Aspects of Kanashi

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The book delves into the unique Sino-Tibetan language Kanashi, spoken exclusively in Malana, Himachal Pradesh, amidst Indo-Aryan languages. It addresses the scarcity of linguistic material and explores the intriguing prehistory of Kanashi, questioning how it became isolated from its closest relatives. The text examines the potential genealogical connection between Kanashi and Kinnauri, despite the significant geographical distance and rugged terrain separating them, highlighting shared linguistic features previously overlooked in academic discussions.