Linguistics in America, 1769-1924: a critical history

Abstract

Preface: American linguistics circa 1925 Introductory Essay: The Goals of Linguistic Historiography Chapter 1. In the Beginning (1769 - 1815) : The Political Conception of Language Chapter 2. From Philadelphia to the Field : 1815 - 1842 Chapter 3. The Institutionalization of American Linguistics : 1842 - 1894 Chapter 4. The Arcs of Development Separate : 1875 - 1900 Chapter 5. The Search for Autonomy : 1900 - 1924 Conclusion : American Linguistics circa 1990.