The Growth of English (Classic Reprint): An Elementary Account of the Present Form of Our Language, and Its Development - Couverture souple
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The Growth of English offers a clear, student‑friendly tour of how English has formed and changed over centuries. It looks at the major stages of the language’s history and explains why spelling, pronunciation, and word use have evolved the way they have. With approachable explanations and concrete examples, this edition helps readers see the thread from early English to the language we use today.
Focusing on well‑documented milestones and the voices of the past, the book connects linguistic shifts to historical events, social change, and contact with other languages. It also covers topics like rhyme, dialect differences, and the role of spelling in shaping our sense of English. The result is a practical introduction that builds a foundation for further study in language, literature, and history.
- Discover the three main periods of English: Old, Middle, and Modern, with clear timelines
- Learn how sounds, spelling, and meaning have shifted over time
- Explore how historical events and contact with other languages influenced English
- See examples and explanations that connect language change to everyday use
Ideal for students, teachers, and readers curious about where English comes from and why it reads the way it does.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive introduction to the growth of the English language, from its origins to its present-day form. The author takes a foundational approach, guiding readers through key phonetic concepts and the sounds of English before delving into its historical development. By examining dialectal variation and ongoing transformation, this book encourages readers to appreciate language as a living phenomenon shaped by the forces of communication and societal evolution. The author argues that a grasp of these forces is essential for understanding the language's history and its future. By tracing the evolution of English sounds, vocabulary, and grammar, this book not only provides a firm grounding in the subject but also sheds light on broader principles of language change and the dynamic nature of human communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330405802_0
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The Growth of English : An Elementary Account of the Present Form of Our Language, and Its Development (Classic Reprint)
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