Modern Language Notes, Vol. 5 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. Marshall Elliott

9780483651623: Modern Language Notes, Vol. 5 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0483651621 ISBN 13: 9780483651623

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Modern Language Notes, 1890, No. 4 offers a window into late‑19th‑century language and literary scholarship.

This issue gathers reviews, correspondence, and notices that showcase how scholars discussed medieval manuscripts, language development, and contemporary literary topics. It includes a detailed study of a doctoral dissertation on the legend of the Swedish miner of Fahlun, highlighting how prose evolves into poetry and how legends influence European literature. The department of correspondence features expert discussion on pronunciation, terminology, and teaching methods in German, reflecting practical debates for instructors and students. Readers will also find notices about conferences, appointments, and new teaching resources that shaped American language study at the time.

In‑depth review essays that trace how legends, poetry, and myth move through cultures and ages.
Scholarly notes on pronunciation, phonetics, and the teaching of German for educators.
Correspondence that reveals editorial practices and the careful evaluation of language usage.
Professional news about society events, appointments, and forthcoming conventions.

Ideal for readers of historical linguistics and literary criticism who want a snapshot of scholarly discussion from the era.

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