Sociolinguistic Parallels across Europe

The book explores the sociolinguistic parallels between Scots and closely related East Slavic languages, specifically Ukrainian and Belarusian, from the Middle Ages to today. It examines key historical trends and social contexts, providing insights into their linguistic evolution. Additionally, it highlights Russian toponyms derived from Scottish names, illustrating Scotland's influence in Russia. The final chapter investigates the lexical similarities between Shetland Norn and Old Russian, offering new perspectives on established etymologies and enhancing understanding of these languages' development.