The Development of Language, an Elementary Study of Language History, and of the Growth of Our Speech, for Use in Schools (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore how language evolves and how its history shapes today’s speech.
This approachable primer shows high school readers the big ideas behind language change, vocabulary growth, and the connections among the world’s major language families. It blends clear explanations with practical guidance to help pupils understand their own language and its place in world history.
- See how language develops over time and why changes happen
- Learn about alphabet, word formation, and the families of languages
- Explore language for everyday use, good usage, and clear expression
- Discover examples from English, Romance, Germanic, and other language groups
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a beginner-friendly exploration of language, uncovering its origins and evolution over millennia. It examines the role of gestures and sound imitation in early language, the development of written scripts, and the historical influences that have shaped languages into their modern forms. The author delves into the fascinating realm of word origins, explaining how they came to take on their current meanings. Through a close examination of language's building blocks - roots, affixes, and grammar - the author reveals how languages change and adapt to the needs of their speakers. This book is a rich resource for anyone interested in the intricate world of language, offering insights into its origins, diversity, and the ways in which it reflects the history and culture of human societies. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330924099_0
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