Principles Of The History Of Language (1888)

Principles of the History of Language is a book written by Hermann Paul and originally published in 1888. The book is a comprehensive study of the evolution of language and its principles. It focuses on the history of the German language and its development over time, but also includes discussions on other languages such as Greek, Latin, and English.The book is divided into three parts. The first part deals with the general principles of language history, including the origin of language, the relationship between language and culture, and the evolution of language over time. The second part focuses on the history of the German language, including its earliest forms and its development through the Middle Ages and into modern times. The third part of the book discusses the relationship between language and literature, including the importance of language in poetry and other forms of literature.Throughout the book, Paul draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, linguistic studies, and literary works. He also incorporates his own insights and observations, making the book both informative and engaging.Overall, Principles of the History of Language is a seminal work in the field of linguistics and a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of language and its role in human culture.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.