Hist of Arabic Linguistics

3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

A survey of the rise and development of Arabic grammar and lexicology. Theories of early grammarians contrasted with contemporary methods of linguistic analysis. Extensive reading and analysis of medieval texts on Arabic grammar. Prerequisite: At least one semester of linguistics ARAB-392, and the equivalent of four years of Modern Standard Arabic. (This course satisfies one semester of the College's social science general education requirement.)