The evolution of English lexicography (eBook)

James Augustus Henry Murray Sir (Autor)

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2022
34 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654723689-4 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Evolution of English Lexicography', James Augustus Henry Sir Murray delves deep into the history and development of English dictionaries. This scholarly work explores the evolution of language and how it has been recorded and defined through the ages. Murray's meticulous research and attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for linguists and language enthusiasts alike. The book not only traces the origins of the English language but also offers insights into the cultural and social influences that have shaped its lexicon over time. James Augustus Henry Sir Murray, a renowned lexicographer himself, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this study. His background working on the Oxford English Dictionary gives him a unique perspective on the subject matter, allowing him to provide in-depth analysis and interpretations of the evolution of lexicography. I highly recommend 'The Evolution of English Lexicography' to anyone interested in the history of language and dictionaries. Murray's comprehensive survey of the subject is sure to enlighten and fascinate readers with its exploration of how words are defined and cataloged in the English language.

Autor

James Augustus Henry Sir Murray (1837–1915) was a formidable figure in the realm of linguistic scholarship, primarily celebrated for his role as the principal editor of the Oxford English Dictionary (OED). Murray's contributions to lexicography are vast, but his seminal work 'The Evolution of English Lexicography' is particularly notable. In this text, he surveys the development of English dictionaries, offering critical insights on the lexicographical practices of his time and before. His scholarly pursuit was characterized by an exhaustive approach to etymology, one that embraced philological rigor and a systematic methodology in the collation of words and their meanings. Murray's devotion to language and its history was reflected in his meticulousness; under his stewardship, the OED grew into an unparalleled lexicon that chronicled the English language with unprecedented breadth and depth. His influence on lexicography is inestimable, having set standards for descriptive dictionary-making that endure to this day. Murray's literary style was characterized by clarity, precision, and a profound respect for the historical underpinnings of words. The scholarly community continues to revere his work not only for its academic merits but also for the dedication it embodied in capturing the evolving tapestry of the English lexicon.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: dictionary development • English • English Language • english language history • English vocabulary growth • Etymology exploration • etymology studies • Historical lexicography • History • History and Criticism • language evolution • Language Studies • lexicographical milestones • Lexicography • Lexicography history • Lexicological analysis • linguistic evolution • Oxford English Dictionary origins • philology and lexicology • scholarly research • Sir James Murray • Vocabulary compilation • word meanings