STUDIES ON THE AEOLIAN DIALECT

Discover the fascinating world of ancient linguistics with Wojciech Sowa's book, which analyzes the Aeolian dialect based on the work of the Byzantine grammarian Gregory of Corinth. This work is not only an insightful study of language, but also an invitation to reflect on the processes that shaped the linguistic tradition of ancient Greece. Ideal reading for students of classical philology, language historians, and all lovers of antiquity.

• In-depth analysis of the work of Gregory of Corinth
• New perspective on the origin of the Lesbian dialect
• Confrontation of the text with authentic dialect material
• Explanation of the reasons why the grammatical tradition highlighted specific examples as an illustration of the Lesbian dialect
• Contribution to research on the ancient Greek language

Wojciech Sowa's book makes an important contribution to research on the ancient Greek language, offering a new perspective on the relationships between different types of sources. The author introduces into the interpretation the dialect material attributed to the Aeolians by the ancient tradition, analyzing it in terms of its actual dialect character. As a result, the reader gains a fuller picture of the processes that shaped the linguistic and grammatical tradition of ancient Greece.

Wojciech Sowa, the author of this publication, is a recognized Indo-Europeanist who studied at the universities in Krakow, Vienna, and Cologne. As a fellow of the Foundation for Polish Science, he was professionally associated with the Jagiellonian University, the Comenius University in Bratislava, and the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań. His rich academic experience and numerous scientific publications guarantee a high substantive level of the presented work.

The Jagiellonian University Press, known for its care for the quality of published scientific works, offers readers a carefully prepared edition. The paperback book, in the format of 160x239 mm, has 288 pages, which ensures comfortable reading and the opportunity to thoroughly familiarize yourself with the topic. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Greek language and the influence of dialects on the development of culture and literature of ancient Greece.

This work is not only a linguistic analysis, but also an invitation to reflect on the processes that shaped the linguistic and grammatical tradition of ancient Greece. By confronting Gregory's text with authentic dialect material, the author sheds new light on the relationships between different types of sources, and introduces into the interpretation the dialect material attributed to the Aeolians by the ancient tradition.