Descriptive Grammar of Pashto and Its Dialects

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Focusing on the unique linguistic features of Pashto, this comprehensive grammar addresses various dialects, including the often-overlooked Middle dialects like Waziri. It combines extensive primary and secondary sources to explore both spoken and written forms, offering naturally-occurring sentence examples. The grammar delves into phonology, orthography, and the complexities of inflectional and derivational morphology across major word classes, with a particular emphasis on verb formation and pronominal systems. Additionally, it provides insights into significant syntactic constructions relevant to learners and linguists interested in South Asian languages.