Sengoidelc: Old Irish for Beginners (Irish Studies)
by David Stifter
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David Stifter's Sengoídelc (SHAN-goy-thelg) provides a comprehensive introduction to Old Irish grammar and metrics. As an introductory text to the Irish language spoken around the eighth century C.E., this essential volume, covering all aspects of the grammar in a clear and intuitive format, is ideally suited for use as a course book or as a guide for the independent learner. This handbook also will be an essential reference work for students of Indo-European philology and historical show more linguistics. Stifter leads the novice through the idiosyncrasies of the language, such as initial mutations and the double inflection of verbs. Filled with translation exercises based on selections from Old Irish texts, the book provides a practical introduction to the language and its rich history. Sengoídelc opens the door to the fascinating world of Old Irish literature, famous not only for the Táin Bó Cúailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cúailnge) and its lyrical nature poetry but also as a major source for the political and legal history of Ireland. Stifter's step-by-step approach and engaging style make his book an ideal tool for both the self taught individual and the classroom environment. It will be of interest to beginning students of Old and Middle Irish, to scholars of Irish history, Celtic culture, and comparative linguistics, and to readers of Irish literature. show lessTags
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David Stifter is a lecturer at the Institut fur Sprachwissenschaft at the University of Vienna and chair of Brennos, the Austrian Society for Celtic Studies
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- 491.6282421 — Language Other languages East Indo-European and Celtic languages Celtic languages Irish Gaelic Irish Gaelic usage; applied linguistics; texts for learning the language Structural approach to expression; formal grammar Structural approach to expression for people whose native language is different For speakers of English and Old English For English-speakers
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- PB1218 .S75 — Language and Literature Modern languages. Celtic languages and literature Modern languages. Celtic languages Celtic languages and literature Irish
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