Language and the Study of Language

Language: - English, About The Book: "Language and the Study of Language: Twelve Lectures on the Principles of Linguistic Science" by William Dwight Whitney is a seminal work in linguistics. Published in 1867, it delves into the fundamental principles of linguistic science across twelve comprehensive lectures. Whitney's systematic approach covers topics such as phonetics, morphology, syntax, and historical linguistics. His insightful analysis and lucid explanations have made this book a foundational text in the study of language, influencing generations of linguists and scholars. About The Author: William Dwight Whitney (1827-1894) was a prominent American linguist and Sanskrit scholar. Renowned for his contributions to the study of language, he authored influential works like "Language and the Study of Language." Whitney played a key role in the development of structural linguistics in the United States and significantly contributed to the understanding of Sanskrit grammar. His legacy continues to impact the fields of linguistics and Sanskrit studies. The Title 'Language and the Study of Language written/authored/edited by William Dwight Whitney', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362804051 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 507 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Linguistics. Size of the book is 2.34 x 10.59 cms