A History of the German Language Through Texts

by Thomas Gloning and Christopher Young

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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415183316
• ISBN13: 9780415183314
• Release Date: October 2003
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 9.2"