Publisher's Synopsis
""The Erasmian Pronunciation of Greek and Its Precursors"" is a scholarly work by Ingram Bywater, first published in 1908. The book examines the history and development of the Erasmian pronunciation of Greek, which was widely used in Europe during the Renaissance and beyond. Bywater traces the origins of this pronunciation system to the work of several influential figures, including Jerome Aleander, Aldus Manutius, and Antonio of Lebrixa. The author provides detailed analysis of their writings on Greek pronunciation, as well as the broader cultural and linguistic context in which they worked. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Greek language and its pronunciation.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.
