Master Gothic grammar with original texts and scholarly notes
Learn the language of the ancient Goths through a complete grammar, selections from the Gospels and the Second Epistle to Timothy, and a helpful glossary.
This edition provides a structured guide to Gothic, designed for serious students of philology and historical linguistics. It includes an introduction to Indo-Germanic and Germanic language developments, chapters on pronunciation, phonology, and grammar, and carefully selected examples drawn from early Christian texts. The work also features notes and a glossary that tie Gothic forms to related Germanic languages, helping readers build practical understanding of the language alongside scholarly context.
What you’ll experience
- Clear explanations of Gothic pronunciation, phonology, and inflection systems
- A close reading of original text passages from St. Matthew, St. Mark, St. Luke, St. John, and the Second Epistle to Timothy
- Notes linking Gothic forms to other Germanic languages for comparative study
Ideal for readers of linguistic history, classical philology, and Gothic studies who want a rigorous, reference-grade resource with both text and analysis.Ideal for students of comparative grammar and historical linguistics seeking a solid foundation in early Germanic languages through primary texts and scholarly notes.