A Gothic Grammar, with selections for reading and a glossary

The work offers a clear, systematic introduction to the extinct Gothic tongue, aimed at students who need both a solid grammatical foundation and practical reading experience. It begins with a concise treatment of phonology, then moves to the inflectional patterns that define nouns, verbs, and adjectives, all presented without heavy reliance on comparative linguistics. Throughout, occasional references to related Germanic languages provide helpful context while keeping the focus firmly on Gothic itself.

After the core grammar, the book supplies a series of reading passages drawn from authentic Gothic texts, allowing learners to apply the rules they have just studied. An extensive glossary follows, covering every word that appears in the exercises and in the grammatical sections, effectively serving as both a vocabulary list and an index. Together these elements make the volume a self‑contained guide for anyone wishing to engage directly with the language, whether preparing for a lecture series or exploring on their own.