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The loom of language
Book • 1943
Frederick Bodmer's "The Loom of Language" is a fascinating exploration of linguistic connections, particularly focusing on the Indo-European language family.
The book details how various languages share common roots and how vocabulary and grammar evolve over time.
Bodmer's work challenges the notion that languages are isolated entities, instead highlighting their shared ancestry and the pathways of linguistic change.
He uses numerous examples to illustrate the relationships between different languages, making the complex subject accessible to a wider audience.
The book's insights are particularly relevant for language learners, offering a deeper understanding of the structures and patterns underlying various tongues.
The book details how various languages share common roots and how vocabulary and grammar evolve over time.
Bodmer's work challenges the notion that languages are isolated entities, instead highlighting their shared ancestry and the pathways of linguistic change.
He uses numerous examples to illustrate the relationships between different languages, making the complex subject accessible to a wider audience.
The book's insights are particularly relevant for language learners, offering a deeper understanding of the structures and patterns underlying various tongues.
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Mentioned by Gideon as a book that inspired him, focusing on how languages are connected and the possibility of learning multiple languages simultaneously.
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#325 The Secrets Behind English Word Origins (Gideon - LetThemTalkTV)
