Kitāb al-Idrāk li-Lisān al-Atrāk, authored by Abū Hayyān al-Gharnātī (1256-1344), is a significant historical text focusing on the Turkic languages from an Arabic linguistic perspective. This work provides valuable insights into the comparative linguistics of the period and the understanding of Turkic languages within the broader context of Middle Eastern scholarship. A crucial resource for historical linguists and scholars interested in the historical interactions between Arabic and Turkic language families. This edition offers a glimpse into linguistic theories and language classifications prevalent in the medieval Islamic world, showcasing the scholarly traditions and intellectual curiosity of the time.
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