Lectures on the English Language: Edited With Additional Lectures and Notes

George P. Marsh

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Print on Demand. This book examines the origin and evolution of the English language. The author argues that English is a remarkably heterogeneous language, with words derived from a wide variety of sources, including Anglo-Saxon, Latin, Greek, French, and many others. This complex etymology has given English a unique flexibility and expressiveness. The author traces the development of English from its origins in the Anglo-Saxon period to its current status as a global lingua franca. Along the way, he discusses the major changes that have occurred in English grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary over time. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and structure of the English language. It is also a fascinating read for anyone who loves language and wants to learn more about the origins of the words we use every day. 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.

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Lectures on the English Language: Edited With Additional Lectures and Notes

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Forgotten Books

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2018

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English

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1330156358

ISBN 13

9781330156353

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This book examines the origin and evolution of the English language. The author argues that English is a remarkably heterogeneous language, with words derived from a wide variety of sources, including Anglo-Saxon, Latin, Greek, French, and many others. This complex etymology has given English a unique flexibility and expressiveness. The author traces the development of English from its origins in the Anglo-Saxon period to its current status as a global lingua franca. Along the way, he discusses the major changes that have occurred in English grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary over time. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and structure of the English language. It is also a fascinating read for anyone who loves language and wants to learn more about the origins of the words we use every day.

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