An Outline of the Phonology and Morphology of Old Provençal (ePub)

Charles Hall Grandgent, distinguished as one of the preeminent linguists of his time, made notable contributions to Romance language philology, particularly focusing on Italian, French, and the Occitan Language, commonly referred to as Old Provençal. Grandgent's scholarly work, 'An Outline of the Phonology and Morphology of Old Provençal,' has been regarded as a foundational text for scholars in the field, laying the groundwork for subsequent research into this area of linguistics. His meticulous analysis and comprehensive approach in this text underscore the characteristics of Grandgent's broader literary style, marked by a rigorous attention to detail and clarity of exposition. Further enhancing his reputation were his contributions to the understanding of language change and evolution, as Grandgent's insights into the diachronic aspects of Romance languages enriched the academic discourse. Not confined to Old Provençal, his expertise extended to Italian dialectology, and he also authored a well-regarded Italian grammar. Grandgent's scholarship, deeply analytical and yet accessible, cemented his status as an authoritative figure in Romance linguistics during his tenure as a professor, notably at Harvard University, and his works continue to inform and inspire philologists and linguists specializing in Romance languages, historical linguistics, and the study of linguistic phenomena across time.