Based on Qunitero's work with the last few fluent speakers of Osage, this volume is the definitive lexicon for the language, including over 3000 main entries. Entries give full grammatical information for Osage words, noting variant pronunciations and provide phrases and sentences that illustrate usage. Introductory sections describe Osage syntax, morphology, and phonology, and an index provides Osage equivalents for more than five thousand English words and expressions, facilitating quick reference. Besides its obvious interest to linguists, this book is an invaluable reference for Osage students wanting to relearn their native language. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)