An Introduction To Latin Textual Emendation

Based On The Text Of Plautus (1896)

von Wallace Martin Lindsay

144 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""An Introduction to Latin Textual Emendation: Based on the Text of Plautus"" is a book written by Wallace Martin Lindsay in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to the process of emending Latin texts, with a focus on the works of Plautus. The author provides a thorough introduction to the principles of textual criticism, including the history of the field and the various methods used to determine the most accurate version of a given text. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the textual tradition of Plautus, with examples of specific passages that have been subject to emendation. This analysis is accompanied by a discussion of the various factors that can influence the decision to make a particular emendation. The book is intended for scholars of Latin literature, as well as anyone with an interest in the field of textual criticism. It provides a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the complexities of the process of emending ancient texts, and offers insights into the challenges faced by scholars in this field.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.

• Themen: Sprache und Sprachwissenschaft Sprachwissenschaft, Linguistik
• ISBN: 9781436774789
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC