A Grammar of Oscan and Umbrian: With a Collection of Inscriptions and a Glossary (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Carl Darling Buck

9781528267779: A Grammar of Oscan and Umbrian: With a Collection of Inscriptions and a Glossary (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 152826777X ISBN 13: 9781528267779

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Solve a key puzzle of ancient languages with a detailed study of Oscan and Umbrian.

This scholarly volume presents a grammar, a collection of inscriptions, and a comprehensive glossary, helping readers understand the voices of early Italic civilizations. The material centers on the Iguvinian Tables and related rituals, offering careful analysis without assuming prior expertise.

Readers will find translations, linguistic notes, and discussion of obscure terms that illuminate how Osccan and Umbrian words were used in sacrifices, festivals, and daily life. The work bridges philology and archaeology, grounding its interpretations in inscriptions and historical context.

Clear explanations of word formation, suffixes, and grammatical patterns in Oscan and Umbrian.
Guided interpretation of inscriptions, with attention to ritual terms and ceremonial practices.
A glossary and index to help locate linguistic roots and forms quickly.
Contextual notes that connect language to cultural and religious life of the ancient communities.

Ideal for students, researchers, and anyone exploring ancient Italic languages through primary inscriptions.

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