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Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Latuwewakon: Passamaquoddy-Maliseet Dictionary, 2nd edition, by David A. Francis, Robert M. Leavitt, and Margaret Apt is a landmark two-volume reference developed through over fifty years of collaboration among Native speakers, educators, and linguists. With more than 1,600 pages and 19,000 entries, it serves as an essential resource for language learning, teaching, and research.


Featuring a pronunciation key, concise grammatical overview, and clear usage examples, this user-friendly edition supports the preservation and continued vitality of the Passamaquoddy and Maliseet languages.

The two-volume dictionary set is priced at $70.00, with a special early-purchase price of $65.00 available through February 6. Shipping to any U.S. address is available for an additional $15.00.

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This volume traces the University of Maine’s transformation from a traditional land-grant school into a dynamic research university with expanded programs, student services, and a continued commitment to community engagement.

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