A History of the German Language Through Texts

by Thomas Gloning (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2013

  $65.36

  A History of the German Language Through Texts examines the evolution of German, from the Early Medieval period to the present day.
  Written in a lively and accessible style, the book looks at the history of German through a wide range of texts, from medical, legal and scientific writing to literature, everyday newspapers and adverts. All texts are translated and accompanied by commentaries. The book also offers a glossary of technical terms and abbreviations, a summary of the main changes in each historical period, a guide to reference material, and suggestions for further reading.
  A History of the German Language Through Texts is essential reading for students of German, Linguistics or Philology.