The evolution of English lexicography

Par : James Augustus Henry Sir Murra
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  • Nombre de pages34
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN859-65--4723689-4
  • EAN8596547236894
  • Date de parution04/09/2022
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille350 Ko
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurDIGICAT

Résumé

In "The Evolution of English Lexicography, " James Augustus Henry Sir Murray presents a comprehensive examination of the development and history of English dictionaries from their nascent forms to the sophisticated texts of his time. Murray's meticulous research is complemented by a literary style that is both scholarly and accessible, blending historical analysis with critical commentary on the linguistic and cultural shifts that shaped English lexicography.
Through an exploration of key figures and pivotal moments, he reveals how dictionaries have not only documented language but also influenced its evolution, reflecting societal changes and the complexities of English as a living language. James Augustus Henry Murray, best known as the principal editor of the Oxford English Dictionary, was profoundly affected by the lexicographical challenges of his era.
His academic background, deeply rooted in philology and linguistics, informed his understanding of language as a dynamic entity. Murray's extensive involvement in compiling dictionaries and his passion for linguistic accuracy and richness lend authority and depth to this work, offering insights into the painstaking efforts required to document and standardize the English language systematically. For anyone with a keen interest in linguistics, history, or the art of dictionary-making, Murray's "The Evolution of English Lexicography" is an indispensable resource.
Its rich historical narrative and analytical depth make it a vital contribution to the field, illuminating how our understanding of language is inextricably tied to the tools we use to record it.
In "The Evolution of English Lexicography, " James Augustus Henry Sir Murray presents a comprehensive examination of the development and history of English dictionaries from their nascent forms to the sophisticated texts of his time. Murray's meticulous research is complemented by a literary style that is both scholarly and accessible, blending historical analysis with critical commentary on the linguistic and cultural shifts that shaped English lexicography.
Through an exploration of key figures and pivotal moments, he reveals how dictionaries have not only documented language but also influenced its evolution, reflecting societal changes and the complexities of English as a living language. James Augustus Henry Murray, best known as the principal editor of the Oxford English Dictionary, was profoundly affected by the lexicographical challenges of his era.
His academic background, deeply rooted in philology and linguistics, informed his understanding of language as a dynamic entity. Murray's extensive involvement in compiling dictionaries and his passion for linguistic accuracy and richness lend authority and depth to this work, offering insights into the painstaking efforts required to document and standardize the English language systematically. For anyone with a keen interest in linguistics, history, or the art of dictionary-making, Murray's "The Evolution of English Lexicography" is an indispensable resource.
Its rich historical narrative and analytical depth make it a vital contribution to the field, illuminating how our understanding of language is inextricably tied to the tools we use to record it.