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Portraits of Linguists is an essential biographical reference work covering the history and theory of linguistics from the 18th through early 20th century. Edited by Thomas A. Sebeok and featuring contributions from eminent scholars writing in English, French and German, this comprehensive volume contains ninety-one biographies of major linguistic figures including Wilhelm von Humboldt, Jacob Grimm, Franz Bopp, Sir William Jones and Max Muller. Beyond standard biographical information, the work provides extensive bibliographical references and scholarly insights into the intellectual development and contributions of Western linguistics' most influential thinkers, making it an indispensable resource for academics, historians and anyone studying the evolution of linguistic science and theory.

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Contains ninety-one detailed biographies of leading linguists from the 18th and 19th centuries, providing comprehensive coverage of the field's most influential figures.

Features contributions from eminent scholars writing in English, French and German, offering diverse perspectives on the history of Western linguistics.

Includes extensive bibliographical information alongside biographical content, supporting deeper research into individual linguists and their works.

Covers foundational figures such as Wilhelm von Humboldt, Jacob Grimm, Franz Bopp, Sir William Jones and Max Muller who shaped modern linguistic theory.

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15 August 2002
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19 February 2007

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