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Yiddish: A Linguistic Introduction

by Neil G. Jacobs
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Overview

This broad yet comprehensive introduction provides an authoritative overview of all aspects of Yiddish language and linguistics. As well as looking at key features of its syntax, phonology, and morphology, Neil G. Jacobs discusses its history, its dialectology, and the sociolinguistic issues surrounding it. Presenting linguistic data in a way that is compatible with general theoretical issues, this volume will be welcomed by scholars of general linguistics, German linguistics, and Jewish studies alike.

Synopsis

The first ever overview of all aspects of Yiddish language and lingustics.

About the Author, Neil G. Jacobs

Neil G. Jacobs is Associate Professor on the Yiddish and Ashkenazic Studies Program in the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, Ohio State University.

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Book Details

Published
March 1, 2009
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
348
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780521105781

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