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I am glad to acknowledge my indebtedness to Mr. William Coolidge Lane, Librarian of Harvard Univer sity, for special privileges in the use of the library; to Mr. Thomas J. Kiernan, Superintendent of Circulation, for assistance in the use of the library and for the loan of books; to Mr. George B. Woods for much assistance in the investigation of particular points; to Professor E. S. Sheldon for valuable suggestions; and especially to Professor G. L. Kittredge, who first led me to see the importance of this investigation, and has given me much encouragement and valuable advice, together with great assistance in the reading of the proofs, and to Professor F. N. Robinson, under whose immediate direction this work was begun, and whose large contributions of time and indispensable criticism, in the course of the investigation and in proof-reading, place me under the greatest Obligations to him.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1333916736
- ISBN 13 9781333916732
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages189
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricacies of the infinitive in the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, one of the most influential figures in English literature. The author meticulously analyzes Chaucer's use of the infinitive, tracing its various grammatical functions and examining its evolution in Middle English. The book moves beyond simple classification, offering insights into the historical development of certain infinitive constructions and prompting further investigation into their origins. The author explores a wide range of infinitive uses, including those denoting purpose, cause, concession, and result, as well as their function as subjects, objects, and complements. The book's exploration of the infinitive in Chaucerââ â¢s works sheds light on a crucial aspect of English syntax and illuminates the evolution of the language itself. By analyzing Chaucer's practice, the author provides a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of both Chaucer and Middle English. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333916732_0
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