The correspondence of the linguist Anton Schiefner covers the years 1843
to 1879 and deals with a great variety of subjects. The present volume
offers an historical survey on the situation and development of
Linguistics of that period, owing to the manifold activities and
interests of the author (i.a. Classical Philology, Finno-Ugric
languages, Slavic languages, Tibetan, Caucasian languages) and of his
correspondents, scattered all over Europe, as well. The present volume
is complemented by various illustrations and extensive indices.