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Joseph Wright

Joseph Wright

Joseph Wright was an English Germanic philologist who rose from humble origins to become Professor of Comparative Philology at the University of Oxford.

Lived
1855–1930
Nationality
English
Language
English

Joseph Wright (1855–1930) was an English philologist specializing in Germanic languages. Born into humble circumstances, he overcame his modest origins to achieve great academic distinction, eventually serving as the Professor of Comparative Philology at the University of Oxford.\n\nThroughout his career, Wright was recognized for his scholarly contributions to the field of linguistics. His academic achievements earned him election as a Fellow of the British Academy (FBA), cementing his legacy as a prominent figure in comparative philology.