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 comprising notes on the ancient Gothic language and the second part focusing on Sanskrit roots and English derivations. The first part of the book provides a detailed analysis of the Gothic language, which is an extinct Germanic language that was spoken by the Goths. Picton discusses the grammar, vocabulary, and syntax of the language, and provides examples of Gothic texts. He also compares the Gothic language with other Germanic languages, such as Old English and Old Norse.The second part of the book deals with Sanskrit roots and English derivations. Picton explains the relationship between Sanskrit, which is an ancient Indian language, and English, and provides examples of English words that have their roots in Sanskrit. He also discusses the similarities between Sanskrit and other European languages, such as Greek and Latin.Overall, Philological Papers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of ancient languages and their relationship to modern languages. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the Gothic language and its place in the Germanic language family, as well as an insightful discussion of the relationship between Sanskrit and English.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.
