An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

Description: This book delves into the rich and often overlooked language of Scotland, exploring its unique vocabulary, grammar, and evolution. The author, a scholar of his time, recognized the diminishing presence of Scots in public life and sought to preserve its heritage through a comprehensive dictionary. The book goes beyond mere definitions, tracing the roots of words to their origins in various languages, including those of Northern Europe, and illustrating their usage through examples from ancient and contemporary Scottish writers. The book also examines the fascinating interplay between language and culture, revealing how words reflect the customs, institutions, and historical experiences of the Scottish people. The author's work shines a light on the connections between Scotland and other Northern nations, suggesting a deeper historical kinship than often acknowledged. By painstakingly cataloging and analyzing the nuances of Scots, this book provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the cultural tapestry of Scotland and the remarkable power of language to illuminate the past. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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