A Gothic Grammar, with selections for reading and a glossary
By Wilhelm Braune
Length11h 34m
About this audiobook
Wilhelm Braune's "A Gothic Grammar, with Selections for Reading and a Glossary" serves as a foundational text in the study of the Gothic language, which is a critical component of Germanic philology. Braune's meticulous approach combines a systematic grammatical framework with carefully selected readings, reflecting both linguistic structures and the cultural contexts in which the Gothic language flourished. His use of accessible yet scholarly prose places this work within the broader literary tradition of 19th-century linguistics, characterized by a revival of interest in ancient languages and cultures, making it a vital resource for both students and researchers of Gothic studies. Wilhelm Braune (1840-1916) was a prominent German philologist, known for his dedication to historical linguistics and the study of ancient Germanic languages. His academic background and passion for etymology informed his commitment to preserving and illuminating the Gothic heritage, which had been largely overshadowed by more dominant forms of Germanic literature. This passion is palpable in his grammar, which not only elucidates the intricacies of the Gothic language but also reveals the rich cultural tapestry of the Gothic people. "A Gothic Grammar" is an essential read for linguists, students of Germanic languages, and enthusiasts of historical linguistics. It not only serves as a practical reference for mastering Gothic but also enriches the reader's understanding of a pivotal period in linguistic history. Braune's synthesis of grammar, reading selections, and glossary provides a holistic approach that will resonate with any scholar interested in the intersections of language, culture, and history.
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Length11 hrs 34 mins
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Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2ABBREVIATIONS.
3CHAP. I. THE ALFABET.
4a
5e
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6i
7o
8u
9ei
10iu
11ai
12au
13APPENDIX.
14FOOTNOTES:
15A. FONETIC SYSTEM.
16B. HISTORICAL SYSTEM (Ablaut-Series).
17A. SONOROUS CONSONANTS.
18B. NOIZD SOUNDS.
19APPENDIX. GENERAL REMARKS ON THE CONSONANTS.
20GENERAL PRELIMINARY REMARKS.
21A. VOCALIC (STRONG) DECLENSION.
22B. N-DECLENSION (WEAK DECLENSION).
23C. MINOR DECLENSIONS. (REMAINS OF CONSONANTAL DECLENSIONS.)
24APPENDIX. DECLENSION OF FOREN WORDS.
25A. STRONG ADJECTIVS.
26B. WEAK ADJECTIVS.
27C. DECLENSION OF THE PARTICIPLS.
28D. COMPARISON OF ADJECTIVS.
291. CARDINALS.
302. ORDINALS.
313. OTHER NUMERALS.
321. PERSONAL PRONOUNS WITHOUT GENDER (REFLEXIV).
332. PRONOUNS OF THE THIRD PERSON.
343. DEMONSTRATIV PRONOUNS.
354. RELATIV PRONOUNS.
365. INTERROGATIV PRONOUNS.
376. INDEFINIT PRONOUNS.
38GENERAL REMARKS.
39I. STRONG VERBS.
40II. WEAK VERBS.
41III. IRREGULAR VERBS.
421. ADVERBS.
432. PREPOSITIONS.
443. CONJUNCTIONS.
454. INTERJECTIONS.
46§ 220. THE GOTHS.
47§ 221. SOURCES OF THE GOTHIC LANGUAGE.
48§ 222. EDITIONS.
49§ 223. GRAMMATICAL AND LEXICAL HELPS.
50§ 224. LITERATURE OF THE GOTHIC SYNTAX.
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