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The English Language: A Historical Introduction

by Charles Laurence Barber
$12.90
The English Language: A Historical Introduction
The English Language: A Historical Introduction

Evolutionary journey of English language's history.

If you're captivated by the intricate evolution of language and how English has transformed over centuries, this book is a time capsule that unveils those mysteries. Charles Barber navigates the complex terrain of historical linguistics with ease, bringing to life the transformation from the earliest roots to modern-day usage—without the need for prior linguistic knowledge. It's perfect for unraveling the enigma of English's past, its global dominance, and pondering its future trajectory.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The English Language: A Historical Introduction

by Charles Laurence Barber
$12.90
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ISBN: 9780521785709
Authors: Charles Laurence Barber
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Date of Publication: 2000-05-08
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History
Goodreads rating: 3.69
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Description

Where does today's English come from? This book describes the nature of language and language change, and presents a history of the English language from prehistory to the present day, dealing with key topics such as grammar, pronunciation and semantics. The main theoretical and technical concepts of historical linguistics are also explained. Charles Barber uses familiar texts, including the English of King Alfred, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Addison, to illustrate the state of the English language through time. This is a fascinating book for anyone with an interest in language.
 

Evolutionary journey of English language's history.

If you're captivated by the intricate evolution of language and how English has transformed over centuries, this book is a time capsule that unveils those mysteries. Charles Barber navigates the complex terrain of historical linguistics with ease, bringing to life the transformation from the earliest roots to modern-day usage—without the need for prior linguistic knowledge. It's perfect for unraveling the enigma of English's past, its global dominance, and pondering its future trajectory.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.