<p>In his meticulously researched biographical work, 'William Dwight Whitney,' Thomas D. Seymour delves into the life and scholarly contributions of one of America's preeminent linguists. Seymour intricately weaves the narrative of Whitney's rigorous engagement with Sanskrit grammar and Vedic linguistics, shining a light on his profound belief in language as a fundamental social institution. The book not only captures the intellectual spirit of W...