The Old Irish Glosses At Wurzburg And Carlsruhe

Focusing on the Old Irish Glosses found in German manuscripts, this book offers an in-depth analysis of early written Irish language through annotations in Latin texts. Whitley Stokes examines the linguistic and historical significance of these glosses, providing English translations for clarity. The chapters detail the manuscripts' history and the glosses' relationship to other early Irish writings. This work serves as a critical resource for understanding the development of the Irish language and its cultural context.