The oriental linguist, an easy and familiar introduction to the popular language of Hindoostan: By the author of The English and Hindoostanee dictionary

The Oriental Linguist, An Easy and Familiar Introduction to the Popular Language of Hindoostan by John Gilchrist (1758–1841) offers a practical guide to learning Hindustani, a key language of colonial India. Written as an accessible introduction, it aims to aid English speakers in mastering the language, focusing on basic grammar, vocabulary, and common phrases. This work, alongside his English and Hindoostanee Dictionary, played a significant role in promoting language learning for British officers, administrators, and traders in India, facilitating communication in the colonial era.