From West to North Frisia: A Journey along the North Sea Coast. Frisian studies in honour of Jarich Hoekstra

This volume contains 25 articles by one of the leading experts in Frisian Studies, covering a wide range of subjects and geographical areas, from Old Frisian to Modern Frisian and including Low German. It includes articles that initiate new fields of enquiry, give comprehensive reviews, and focus on specific topics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 476 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2022
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing Co

This extensive volume showcases a remarkable collection of 25 scholarly articles, meticulously crafted by one of the foremost experts in the field of Frisian Studies. The articles, predominantly written in English and German, encompass a vast temporal span, ranging from Old Frisian to Modern Frisian, and a geographical expanse, spanning from West Frisian in the Netherlands to Sater and North Frisian in Germany. Additionally, the collection includes elements of Low German. Within this rich tapestry of knowledge, certain articles initiate groundbreaking explorations into previously uncharted territories of dialectology, while others provide comprehensive overviews of specific domains, such as the provenance of Old Frisian law texts. A third category of articles delves into diverse topics, encompassing phonology, grammar, etymology, aspects of Frisian literature, and even a medieval Frisian ballad. Each article contributes significantly to our understanding of the multifaceted nature of Frisian language and culture, making this volume an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

ISBN-13: 9789027210166