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James McElvenny, "A History of Modern Linguistics: From the Beginnings to World War II" (Edinburgh UP, 2024)

New Books in the History of Science

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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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