The Old Irish Glosses At Wurzburg And Carlsruhe

The Old Irish Glosses At Wurzburg And Carlsruhe: Part 1, The Glosses And Translation (1887) is a book written by Whitley Stokes. The book is an academic work that focuses on Old Irish language and literature. It specifically looks at the Old Irish glosses found in manuscripts from the libraries of Wurzburg and Carlsruhe. The glosses are translations and explanations of Latin texts written in Old Irish. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains the glosses themselves, along with translations and notes by Stokes. The glosses cover a wide range of topics, including religious texts, legal documents, and medical treatises. The glosses are presented in their original Old Irish, with translations and notes provided for each one. The second part of the book is a detailed introduction to the glosses and their significance. Stokes provides a history of the manuscripts themselves, as well as an overview of the Old Irish language and its place in the broader context of Irish literature. He also discusses the importance of the glosses as a source of information about early Irish culture and society. Overall, The Old Irish Glosses At Wurzburg And Carlsruhe: Part 1, The Glosses And Translation (1887) is a comprehensive study of a unique and important aspect of Irish literature. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Old Irish language and culture, as well as anyone with an interest in the history of Ireland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.