From Caxton to Carlyle: A Study of the Development of Language, Composition and Style in English Prose

J. H. Francis

ISBN 10: 1107536782 / ISBN 13: 9781107536784

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2015

About this Item

Originally published in 1937, this book presents a study regarding the development of language, composition and style in English prose. Num Pages: 252 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBD; DSBF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 203 x 127 x 15. Weight in Grams: 280. . 2015. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: From Caxton to Carlyle: A Study of the Development of Language, Composition and Style in English Prose
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1107536782
• ISBN 13: 9781107536784
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Originally published in 1937, this book presents a study regarding the development of language, composition and style in English prose from the late medieval period through to the first half of the nineteenth century. The text is organised chronologically with each chapter containing a series of passages from a specific era and a commentary on prose characteristics. Detailed notes are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in literary criticism and the development of English literature.

Book Description

Originally published in 1937, this book presents a study regarding the development of language, composition and style in English prose from the late medieval period through to the first half of the nineteenth century. The text is organised chronologically with each chapter containing a series of passages from a specific era.