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A History of the German Language

Revised Edition

John T. Waterman

The most accessible, well-balanced history of the German language available! No comparable work is available in English or German that gives readers an adequate foundation in the methods, goals, and results of historical-comparative linguistics as they apply to the German language and its historical antecedents. Waterman’s monograph excels through its clear presentation of materials, the extensive use of charts and maps, and a well-organized bibliography. A wealth of examples documents a surprisingly broad review of German language issues.  
 

$25.95 list, 284 pages

10-digit ISBN: 0-88133-590-8

13-digit ISBN: 978-0-88133-590-3

© 1976

“It is fortunate that this history is available again. It provides a solid base for an historical survey of a range of linguistic phenomenon. A wealth of examples document a surprisingly broad review of German language issues.” —J. M. Jeep, University of Chicago

“Waterman’s text is certainly the most accessible and well-balanced history of the language I have yet encountered.” —Robert Hoeing, SUNY, Buffalo

“I am impressed, for my students, with the conversational and friendly style Waterman uses. His explanations are clear and easily followed by undergraduates.” —Lawrence S. Larsen, University of Oklahoma

Table of Contents

1. Indo-European

2. Germanic

3. The Old High German Period from the Beginnings to 1050

4. The Middle High German Period, 1050–1350

5. The Early New High German Period, 1350–1600

6. The New High German Period from 1600 to 1800

7. The New High German Period from 1800

8. A Brief Description of the Sounds of German

Appendix I: Plates

Appendix II: Maps