Historical linguistics — the study of language change — has long been a cornerstone of linguistics. With its long history, multiple subfields, and complex terminology, it presents many challenges to students and scholars. This book is an essential supplement to courses in historical linguistics and the history of individual languages. It provides an accessible, up-to-date, and widely representative overview of historical linguistics through explication of its main terms and concepts.Key Features:-A handy and easy to understand pocket guide-Numerous cross references to related terms-New and traditional terminology-Defines terminologies, provides examples and relevant discussionsDistribution is limited to Canada and the United States
This Glossary provides accessible and widely representative definitions, discussion, and examples of key terms and concepts used in the field of Historical Linguistics. It includes numerous cross-ref
This Glossary provides accessible and widely representative definitions, discussion, and examples of key terms and concepts used in the field of Historical Linguistics. It includes numerous cross-ref
He was sent from Spain on a religious crusade to Mexico to ?detect the sickness of idolatry,” but Bernardino de Sahagun (c. 1499-1590) instead became the first anthropologist of the New World. The Fra
