Syllabary Of The Shanghai Vernacular (1891) is a book published by the Shanghai Christian Vernacular Society. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Shanghai dialect, which is a variant of the Wu Chinese language spoken in the city of Shanghai and its surrounding areas. The book contains a detailed description of the phonetic system of the Shanghai dialect, including the pronunciation of vowels, consonants, and tone. It also includes a list of commonly used words and phrases in the dialect, as well as a brief introduction to the grammar and syntax of the language. The book is intended for anyone interested in learning or studying the Shanghai dialect, including linguists, scholars, and students of Chinese language and culture. It is a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the linguistic diversity of China and the unique characteristics of the Shanghai dialect.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.