| English Dictionaries 800-1700: The Topical Tradition Contributor(s): Hüllen, Werner (Author) |
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ISBN: 0199291047 ISBN-13: 9780199291045 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $60.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2006 Annotation: This fascinating study explores the so-called topical, i.e. non-alphabetical, word-lists which appeared between the beginnings of written culture and 1700. A form of early dictionary, these lists followed the influential paradigms of theology, philosophy, and natural history of the time, providing us with evidence on cultural history and linguistic development. Professor Hullen draws on many examples to provide an insight into this lexicographical tradition. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Reference | Dictionaries - Language Arts & Disciplines | Linguistics - General |
| Dewey: 423.028 |
| Lexile Measure: 1350 |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.66 lbs) 544 pages |
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| Publisher Description: This fascinating study explores the so-called topical, i.e. non-alphabetical, word-lists which appeared between the beginnings of written culture and 1700. A form of early dictionary, these lists followed the influential paradigms of theology, philosophy, and natural history of the time, providing us with evidence on cultural history and linguistic development. Professor Hüllen draws on many examples to provide an insight into this lexicographical tradition. |