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A Primer of the Gothic Language: Containing the Gospel of St. Mark, Selections From the Other Gospels, and the Second Epistle to Timothy; With Grammar, Notes, and Glossary (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Joseph Wright

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9781527784949: A Primer of the Gothic Language: Containing the Gospel of St. Mark, Selections From the Other Gospels, and the Second Epistle to Timothy; With Grammar, Notes, and Glossary (Classic Reprint)

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This book offers a comprehensive account of Gothic, using comparative philology to demonstrate the historical relationship between Gothic and the other Germanic and Indo-European languages. The author provides a detailed examination of Gothic phonology and accidence, shedding light on the evolution of these elements from their Proto-Germanic and Proto-Indo-European roots. This analysis reveals important sound laws, including those relating to consonant mutation, vowel changes, and diphthong formation. The book's insights contribute significantly to our understanding of the interconnectedness of the Germanic languages and their development over time.

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