A Tractate On Language: With Observations On The French Tongue, Eastern Tongues And Times (1860)

By Gordon Willoughby James Gyll

Book Overview

A Tractate On Language: With Observations On The French Tongue, Eastern Tongues And Times (1860) is a book written by Gyll, Gordon Willoughby James. This book is an in-depth exploration of language, with a particular focus on the French language, as well as various Eastern tongues. The author provides insights into the history, grammar, and usage of these languages, drawing on his extensive knowledge of linguistics. The book also contains observations on the times in which these languages were spoken, giving readers a deeper understanding of the cultural context in which they developed. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in language, linguistics, and cultural history.And Chapters On Literal Symbols, Philology And Letters, Figures Of Speech, Rhyme, Time, And Longevity.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164554255
• ISBN13: 9781164554257
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"