Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Selected Essays of James Darmesteter"" is a collection of essays written by James Darmesteter, a renowned French scholar and linguist of the 19th century. The essays in this book have been carefully selected and edited by Helen B. Jastrow, an expert in the field of linguistics.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Darmesteter's work. The first section includes essays on the history of religions and the study of mythology. The second section focuses on linguistics, including essays on the study of languages and the development of linguistic theories.The third section of the book includes essays on the history of literature, with a particular emphasis on French literature. The fourth section includes essays on the history of philosophy, including discussions of the works of Kant and Hegel.Throughout the book, Darmesteter's writing is characterized by his deep knowledge of his subjects, his clear and concise writing style, and his ability to make complex ideas accessible to a general audience.Overall, ""Selected Essays of James Darmesteter"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of religion, linguistics, literature, or philosophy, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most important scholars of the 19th century.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.
