The Influence Of Analogy In Language

By A. H. Sayce and A.H. Sayce

Book Overview

The Influence of Analogy in Language by A. H. Sayce is a book that explores the role of analogy in the development and evolution of language. Sayce argues that analogy plays a significant role in the formation of new words, grammatical structures, and even entire languages. He examines various examples from different languages, including English, Greek, and Sanskrit, to illustrate his points. The book also discusses the relationship between analogy and other linguistic processes such as borrowing and sound change. Sayce's work provides valuable insights into the workings of language and its evolution over time. This book is an excellent resource for linguists, language enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history and development of language.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Principles of Comparative Philology, by A. H. Sayce. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141790609X.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: 1425475728
• ISBN13: 9781425475727
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"