Designed for complete beginners, the Complete Sanskrit offers a bridge from the book to real texts, allowing you to learn the grammar, understand the vocabulary, and translate inscriptions and texts from this ancient and religiously significant language of India.

Structured around authentic materials and introducing the Devangari script for those wishing to advance their understanding, this first refreshed edition after twenty years includes:

• 15 teaching units as well as a glossary and reference section
• Authentic materials - language instruction through key texts
• Teaches key skills - reading and understanding grammar and vocabulary in Sanskrit
• Covers the Devangari script
• A new introductory note and updated additional resources
• Additional learning activities
• Self-assessments and learning activities - see and track your progress