The American Language: An Inquiry into the Development of English in the United States, 4th Edition

Mencken, H.L.

Published by Knopf, 1936

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Fourth Edition, Stated 5th Printing November 1938. Not price-clipped ($5.00 price intact). Published by Alfred A. Knopf, 1936. Octavo. Dark blue cloth boards stamped in gold. Book is very good. Spine straight and corners sharp. No writing or names. Binding sound. Has some offsetting/spotting to endpapers. Dust jacket is in good condition with several large tears along edges/corners. Front panel has separated from the spine, but jacket has been placed in a custom acetate protector and jacket appears complete and connected under the protector. A very good copy of this landmark fourth edition of Mencken s seminal work. 767 pages plus index. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Southampton, New York.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The American Language: An Inquiry into the Development of English in the United States, 4th Edition
• Publisher: Knopf
• Publication Date: 1936
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
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