
James McElvenny, "A History of Modern Linguistics: From the Beginnings to World War II" (Edinburgh UP, 2024)
New Books in the History of Science
Unraveling the Modern Linguistics History
The chapter dives into the author's journey in crafting a history of modern linguistics, initiated by an invitation to create a textbook based on their course. It explores the challenges faced in transforming lectures into podcasts and then into a coherent written narrative. The chapter delves into the origins of modern linguistics, starting from the emergence of research universities in the 19th century and culminating post-World War II, shedding light on pivotal figures and shifts in linguistic thought.
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