The History of Language by Henry Sweet is a comprehensive exploration of the development and evolution of language from its earliest origins to the present day. The book covers the history of various languages, including English, Latin, Greek, Sanskrit, and others, and examines how they have changed over time. Sweet delves into the origins of language, the role of sound and writing systems in language development, and the influence of cultural and social factors on language evolution. He also explores the relationship between language and thought, and how language has been used to express ideas and emotions throughout history. The History of Language is an essential read for anyone interested in linguistics, language history, or the evolution of human culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.