Hieroglyfic: or, a Grammatical Introduction to an Universal Hieroglyfic Language (eBook)

Rowland Jones (Autor)

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2022
79 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737535-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "Hieroglyfic: or, a Grammatical Introduction to an Universal Hieroglyfic Language," Rowland Jones embarks on an ambitious exploration of a universal symbolic language through the intricate lens of grammar. Employing a methodical yet imaginative literary style, the book deftly interweaves linguistics with semiotics, inviting readers into a thoughtful dialogue on how hieroglyphs could serve as a universal means of communication. Set against the backdrop of the early 18th century, an era marked by burgeoning fascination with language and the emerging field of comparative linguistics, Jones's work reflects the intellectual zeitgeist following the Enlightenment, where the pursuit of knowledge and understanding transcended cultural boundaries. Rowland Jones, a lesser-known scholar whose interests spanned linguistics and philosophy, faced the challenges of a rapidly globalizing world. His endeavor to create an accessible framework for understanding hieroglyphs is informed by his own academic background and the cultural exchanges of his time, highlighting his belief in the power of a shared language to unify diverse peoples. Through this work, Jones aims not only to elucidate language itself but to advocate for a broader understanding among humankind. This book is a crucial read for anyone interested in linguistic theory, the history of language, or the philosophical implications of communication. Jones's pioneering vision opens a window into the potential for universal language and could inspire modern readers to further contemplate the connections that bind us across cultures and eras.

Autor

Rowland Jones, a lesser-known figure in the annals of linguistic pursuits, contributed to the rich tapestry of 18th-century scholarly endeavors with his speculative work on language. His treatise 'Hieroglyfic: or, a Grammatical Introduction to an Universal Hieroglyfic Language,' published in 1768, represents an ambitious attempt at constructing a universal language - an intellectual pursuit characteristic of the Enlightenment period. Although Jones's work did not attain widespread acclaim or influence within the linguistic community, it nonetheless stands as a testament to the period's fascination with the idea of a philosophical language that would transcend cultural boundaries and enable unimpeded communication among scholars from various nations. Jones postulated that Egyptian hieroglyphs were the primordial source of language, an assertion that fueled his linguistic experiments. His literary style is emblematic of the 18th-century scholarly genre, pioneering yet often arcane, filled with the optimism of enlightenment and the search for universal truths. Despite the obscurity of his work in modern times, Rowland Jones is a figure that embodies the spirit of his age—a spirit of exploration, innovation, and the boundless pursuit of knowledge.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Erwachsenenbildung
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft
• Schlagworte: 18th century classics • ancient language analysis • ancient scripts fiction • Comparative and general • cultural language exploration • deciphering ancient scripts • Early works to 1800 • educational linguistic resource • Enlightenment linguistics • Erudition in language studies • grammar • hieroglyphic communication • Hieroglyphic language creation • hieroglyphic literature • historical language literature • historical linguistics study • Historical linguistic treatise • Intellectual curiosity in 18th century • intellectual fiction classics • Language and colonialism • Language and languages • linguistic fiction • linguistic research methods • Linguistics • Logic in linguistics • philological fiction • Philology • Philosophy of Language • Rowland Jones author • Scholarly communication theories • Scholarly writing style • symbolic language books • symbol interpretation techniques • universal language novels • Universal language proposal • universal symbol system