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Podcast episode 2: Comparative-historical linguistics – Bopp and Grimm

History and Philosophy of the Language Sciences

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This chapter explores the rise of comparative historical grammar as an academic discipline in the 19th century, focusing on the connections between Indian and European languages. It highlights the contributions of key figures like Franz Bob, Sir William Jones, and Friedrich Schlegel, who laid the groundwork for systematic language comparison.

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