A Gothic Grammar, With Selections For Reading And A Glossary

A long-lost key to a vanished tongue rediscover the Gothic world through grammar, readings, and a rich glossary. A Gothic Grammar, With Selections for Reading and a Glossary is a lucid, authoritative Gothic grammar guide that opens the door to one of Europe s most intriguing ancient languages. Grounded in meticulous analysis and clear instruction, this Wilhelm Braune book (in its classic English rendering) presents phonology, morphology, syntax, and paradigms alongside carefully chosen Gothic reading selections and an extensive ancient language glossary. Ideal for students of historical linguistics, philology and linguistics, and language enthusiasts, it s both a Gothic language textbook and a gateway to Gothic literature studies. Historically significant and pedagogically precise, this volume preserves the methods and insights that shaped modern Gothic language history research. The readings let you encounter authentic Gothic texts, while the glossary and exercises turn passive interest into active learning perfect for classroom use, independent study, or collectors of rare academic works. This edition, republished by Alpha Editions, was out of print for decades and has been lovingly restored for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure: newly formatted, carefully proofed, and optimized for modern readers and researchers. Whether you re seeking a Gothic grammar guide, language learning resources, or a foundational reference in Gothic literature studies, this revitalized classic belongs on your shelf.