John Jamieson Books

This Scottish author is celebrated as a minister of religion, lexicographer, philologist, and antiquary. His most significant contribution is the Dictionary of the Scottish Language, offering profound insights into the richness and history of the Scots tongue. His work is marked by meticulous scholarship and a dedication to preserving cultural heritage.

An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language; to Which is Prefixed, a Dissertation on the Origin of the Scottish Language. New ed., Carefully r

An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language: To Which Is Prefixed, a Dissertation On the Origin of the Scottish Language; Volume 2

An Historical Account of the Ancient Culdees of Iona, and of Their Settlements in Scotland, England, and Ireland

An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language: To Which Is Prefixed, a Dissertation On the Origin of the Scottish Language; Volume 1

Hermes Scythicus: Or, The Radical Affinities of The Greek and Latin Languages to The Gothic: Illustrated From The Moeso-Gothic, Anglo-Sa

Seamanship Secrets
326 pages
12 hours of reading
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Sail- and powerboaters learn how tobecome better navigators and skippers.
Hermes Scythicus: Or, The Radical Affinities of The Greek and Latin Languages to The Gothic: Illustrated From The Moeso-Gothic, Anglo-Sa
398 pages
14 hours of reading
An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language: To Which Is Prefixed, a Dissertation On the Origin of the Scottish Language; Volume 1
672 pages
24 hours of reading
Long considered the definitive reference work on the history and origins of the Scottish language, this revised edition of the Etymological Dictionary includes a wealth of new material and updates based on the latest research. In addition to tracing the roots of Scots words and phrases, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural history of Scotland. This is an indispensable resource for scholars of language, history, and culture.
An Historical Account of the Ancient Culdees of Iona, and of Their Settlements in Scotland, England, and Ireland
438 pages
16 hours of reading
An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language: To Which Is Prefixed, a Dissertation On the Origin of the Scottish Language; Volume 2
730 pages
26 hours of reading
An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language; to Which is Prefixed, a Dissertation on the Origin of the Scottish Language. New ed., Carefully r
660 pages
24 hours of reading
An Etymological Dictionary Of The Scottish Language: In Which The Words Are Explained In Their Different Senses, Authorized By The Names Of The Writer
448 pages
16 hours of reading
A Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language ...: Supplement; Volume 1
658 pages
24 hours of reading
This definitive supplement to John Jamieson's classic dictionary of the Scottish language provides a rich source of information on the origins and meanings of Scottish words and phrases. Drawing on a wide range of sources, Jamieson offers a wealth of insights into the unique linguistic heritage of Scotland, shedding light on the many ways in which the language has been shaped by history and culture over the centuries.
The Indian and The Cowboy
228 pages
8 hours of reading
Myrya Blackstone, an orphaned aboriginal, is a brilliant mathematical student who arrives at a First Nations Reserve. Beaten up and driven off the reserve, she is rescued by a young construction worker and reluctantly takes a cook's helper job at a nearby pipeline company, hiding her academic background. Myryra's work ethic transforms the construction workers' bigoted attitudes to 'Indians' and she gains support when young men from the reserve continue to attack her. She exacts revenge on her attackers using wasps with comical results. After more attacks on her, she sneaks back to the reserve and uses an improvised explosive and white phosphorous to destroy a car with humourous results. Her revenge escalates to using eggs of Ascaris summ, a pig nematode, to attempt a serious infection of her antagonists. But her best conceived plans show the unpredictable effects of revenge.
Supplement to Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary
368 pages
13 hours of reading
This supplement offers a faithful reprint of the 1887 edition of Jamieson's Scottish Dictionary, preserving the original content and quality. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Scottish language and culture, providing insights into the lexicon and usage of Scottish words from the period.