Lexicography and Physicke: The Record of Sixteenth-Century English Medical Terminology (Oxford Studies in Lexicography & Lexicology) [Hardcover]

R. W. McConchie (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0198236301 | ISBN-13: 978-0198236306 | Publication Date: December 4, 1997 | Edition: 4

Medical practitioners of the sixteenth century had their own body of special terms, just like the doctors of this century. McConchie here examines medical terminology used in a selection of thirteen medical works published between 1530 and 1612, and compares it with the treatment of these words in the OED and other dictionaries of today. His study reveals errors, omissions, and biases that raise important questions for lexicographical tools in general.

Editorial Reviews

Review

`Lexicography and Physicke is to be recommended for its richly informative and absorbing analysis of the development of medical terminology in sixteenth-century vernacular usage. Of no less importance, however, is its clear awareness of the ever-widening scope and practical potential of work still to be done in the field.' Michael G. Brennan, International Journal of Lexicography

`The OED's coverage of sixteenth-century English lexis is quite comprehensive ... dedicated and painstakingly accurate work ... The author provides a careful analysis of a neglected field of Renaissance lexis, the result of many years' diligent work ... a helpful summary of his arguments and findings.' Journal of Linguistics

About the Author

R. W. McConchie is a Senior Lecturer in English at University of Helsinki.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 464 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 4 edition (December 4, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0198236301
• ISBN-13: 978-0198236306
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,108,003 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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