Publisher's Synopsis
An Etymological Dictionary of the Romance Languages: Chiefly from the German of Friedrich Diez (1864) is a comprehensive reference book that provides a detailed analysis of the origins and development of the Romance languages. The book, written by Friedrich Diez, a prominent German philologist, is a compilation of his extensive research on the etymology of the Romance languages, including French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Romanian.The dictionary is organized alphabetically and includes entries for individual words, as well as comprehensive discussions of the historical and linguistic factors that have contributed to their development. Each entry provides a detailed analysis of the word's origins, tracing its evolution from its earliest known usage to its modern form. The book also includes extensive cross-referencing and a comprehensive index, making it easy to navigate and locate specific information.The book is an essential resource for scholars, linguists, and students of the Romance languages, as well as anyone interested in the history and development of language. It is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative works on the subject and has been cited and referenced in numerous academic publications.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
