• May include: A blue book titled "A Strange Language" with gold lettering, resting on a wooden book stand. The book is displayed on a wooden table in a library setting. The author's name, Pundit Acharya, is printed at the bottom.
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  • May include: Open book with text reading "Copyright, 1939 by Pundit Acharya" and "First Print." The book has a blue cover and is held open by a wooden book stand. The pages are a light tan color.
  • May include: Open book with text, held open by a wooden book stand. The left page displays the publisher's information: PRANA PRESS, Nyack, New York. The right page lists the table of contents, including "Cell Memory" and "White Flame."
  • May include: Open book page with text titled "THE NEW LANGUAGE". The text describes a bird singing, chirping, and flying, followed by a dog's actions. Page number 9 is visible at the bottom.
  • May include: A blue book titled "A Strange Language" with gold lettering, resting on a wooden book stand. The book is displayed on a wooden table in a library setting. The author's name, Pundit Acharya, is printed at the bottom.
  • May include: A blue book titled "ACHARYA" with gold lettering, displayed on a wooden book stand. The book has a textured cover and is positioned at an angle, showcasing its spine. The stand is made of light-colored wood.
  • May include: A blue hardcover book with a textured cover is displayed on a wooden book stand. The book's spine is visible, and the stand is made of light-colored wood. The background is dark.
  • May include: An open book with aged, cream-colored pages and a blue cover. The book is propped open on a wooden stand, revealing the interior pages. The pages show signs of age, with slight discoloration. The book is set against a dark background.
  • May include: An open book with the title "A Strange Language" in black text on a cream-colored page. The author's name, Pundit Acharya, is below the title. The book is propped up by a wooden book stand.
  • May include: Open book with text reading "Copyright, 1939 by Pundit Acharya" and "First Print." The book has a blue cover and is held open by a wooden book stand. The pages are a light tan color.
  • May include: Open book with text, held open by a wooden book stand. The left page displays the publisher's information: PRANA PRESS, Nyack, New York. The right page lists the table of contents, including "Cell Memory" and "White Flame."
  • May include: Open book page with text titled "THE NEW LANGUAGE". The text describes a bird singing, chirping, and flying, followed by a dog's actions. Page number 9 is visible at the bottom.
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1939 First Edition – A Strange Language by Pundit Acharya – Vintage Hardcover – Rare Linguistics Book

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  • Vintage: From the 1930s
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1939 First Edition – A Strange Language by Pundit Acharya – Vintage Hardcover – Rare Linguistics Book

This is a rare 1939 first edition of A Strange Language by Pundit Acharya. Bound in hardcover, this vintage book is a unique and intriguing exploration into language and culture.

📖 Book Details:

Title: A Strange Language

Author: Pundit Acharya

First Edition, 1939

Hardcover binding

📚 Condition:

The cover shows age-related wear, particularly along the spine (see photos)

Some color discoloration on interior pages, typical of books from this era

Binding and spine are in solid, undamaged condition

All pages intact; no major tears or missing content

Still very readable and collectible

A fascinating addition for any collector of linguistics, rare books, or 1930s literature. This first edition would also make a great display piece for a vintage bookshelf or study.

📦 Carefully packed for safe delivery. Questions welcome!

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May include: A blue book titled "A Strange Language" with gold lettering, resting on a wooden book stand. The book is displayed on a wooden table in a library setting. The author's name, Pundit Acharya, is printed at the bottom.

1939 First Edition – A Strange Language by Pundit Acharya – Vintage Hardcover – Rare Linguistics Book

This is a rare 1939 first edition of A Strange Language by Pundit Acharya. Bound in hardcover, this vintage book is a unique and intriguing exploration into language and culture.

📖 Book Details:

Title: A Strange Language

Author: Pundit Acharya

First Edition, 1939

Hardcover binding

📚 Condition:

The cover shows age-related wear, particularly along the spine (see photos)

Some color discoloration on interior pages, typical of books from this era

Binding and spine are in solid, undamaged condition

All pages intact; no major tears or missing content

Still very readable and collectible

A fascinating addition for any collector of linguistics, rare books, or 1930s literature. This first edition would also make a great display piece for a vintage bookshelf or study.

📦 Carefully packed for safe delivery. Questions welcome!

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