Linguistic Studies

[sangha]

I'm here for advice; I'm beginning a comprehensive study of modern linguistics. I'm fairly familiar with the concepts, but I feel like I'm lacking a base in the subject. It was recommended to me that I should begin by reading the Greeks. If you think this is reasonable advice, please give me a list of Greek works which might contribute to my study.

Also, if possible, please advise on where I should go after Greek works; should I move onto Medieval literature or into other fields?

As for the Greeks, I've already read and am familiar with:
Nicomachean Ethics
The Meno
The Apology
Trial and Death of Socrates
The Clouds
Lysistrata
and other small tragedies and comedies.

Any help is much appreciated.

[Pryderi Agni]

Ah, so you've already read the classical philosophic classics (except the Republic).

Read Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War. It's a fantastic book. Also try Herodotus.

[momopi]

How come no one mentioned Ferdinand de Saussure and Noam Chomsky?

Greeks are fine but go modern. Modern linguistics are more interesting.

And oh, I also recommend Saint Augustine. :)

Happy reading!