Publisher's Synopsis
Philological Papers is a book written by James Allanson Picton and published in 1864. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is dedicated to the ancient Gothic language, and the second part focuses on Sanskrit roots and English derivations.In the first part, Picton provides detailed notes on the Gothic language, which is an extinct Germanic language that was spoken by the Goths. He discusses the grammar, vocabulary, and syntax of the language, and provides examples of Gothic texts.In the second part, Picton explores the relationship between Sanskrit, which is a classical language of India, and English. He discusses the roots of many English words and shows how they are derived from Sanskrit. He also provides examples of Sanskrit texts and explains their significance.Overall, Philological Papers is a comprehensive study of two ancient languages and their relationship to English. It is a valuable resource for linguists, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and evolution of language.To Which Is Added, A Chapter On The Philology Of Architectural Terms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
