Discover how German words, place names, and metaphors reveal the language’s history and culture.
This nonfiction guide explains how language mirrors the way people think, feel, and move through their world. It shows how everyday words carry echoes of old beliefs, landscapes, and social ties, offering a clear path from sound to meaning. You’ll see how sensory ideas become language, how time and space shape expression, and how place names tell stories about people and places.
Through concrete examples and accessible explanations, the book connects language to culture. It highlights the practical lessons behind etymology, metaphor, and the transformation of word forms over time. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for why German expressions feel familiar yet carry layers of history.
Ideal for readers curious about language, history, and culture, especially those seeking practical insight into how words carry meaning across generations.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, by the author of A History of the German Language, traces the evolution of the German language over centuries, from its earliest Germanic form to its modern day incarnation. It situates the language within the wider context of Indo-European languages like Latin, Greek, and Sanskrit. The author takes great care to explain Germanâs roots and its remarkable transformations over time, using examples of how words have changed in form and meaning throughout history. The book provides insights into the historical development of the German language and its influence on English, offering an accessible and engaging resource for those interested in the subject. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440040795_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781440040795
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781440040795
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 324 pages. 8.90x5.91x0.94 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1440040796
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