Della illustrazione delle lingue antiche e moderne e principalmente dell'italiana procurata nel secolo XVIII. dagli Italiani - Parte I

by Cesare Lucchesini

"Della illustrazione delle lingue antiche e moderne e principalmente dell'italiana" by Cesare Lucchesini is a scholarly work written in the early 19th century. The book examines the cultivation and development of ancient and modern languages, with a primary focus on the Italian language, exploring its origins and characteristics. It critically addresses claims regarding the neglect of linguistic studies in Italy, aiming to highlight the nation's contributions to the study of language. At the start of the work, the author reflects on Italy's historical role in advancing various fields of science and culture, emphasizing the rich intellectual legacy from past centuries. He expresses a desire to defend Italy's reputation regarding the study of languages, particularly the Italian language, while proposing to investigate various theories, including those about the origins and characteristics of modern European languages. Lucchesini acknowledges the challenge posed by existing scholarly works but remains motivated by the esteem for Italy's literary and linguistic achievements, outlining his intent to explore both the Italian language and its development in relation to other languages.