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Explore the history of the first full account of John Jamieson's Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language. Published by Oxford University Press, this work details the creation of the landmark dictionary that first provided a complete record of the Scots language. Originally released in two volumes in 1808 with a supplement in 1825, Jamieson's work changed historical lexicography. Susan Rennie provides a detailed account of Jamieson's methods and biography, tracing how his research served as an inspiration for major figures like Sir James Murray, the founding editor of the OED. This book is an essential resource for those interested in the development of language and the history of Scots linguistics.

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This book provides the first full account regarding the making of John Jamieson's Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language.

Learn about the landmark dictionary published in two volumes in 1808 and its 1825 supplement.

The text covers the development of historical lexicography and its influence on later editors like Sir James Murray.

Susan Rennie provides a detailed narrative that interweaves biography with the methods Jamieson developed for his work.

This Oxford University Press publication tracks the transition from early Scots word lists to the first complete dictionary of the language.

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07 June 2012
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