International Planned Languages. Essays on Interlinguistics and Esperantology

Detlev Blanke, a prominent figure in interlinguistics and Esperanto research, significantly advanced the academic study of planned languages. His scholarly work provides a comprehensive overview of the history of language creation, highlighting key planned language systems and classification methods. A particular emphasis is placed on Esperanto, developed by L.L. Zamenhof in 1887, showcasing its importance in the field. Blanke's contributions have established Interlinguistics and Esperantology as serious academic disciplines.