ISBN: 9781330405802 - The Growth of English (classic Reprint): An Elementary Account of the Present Form of Our Language, and Its Development (5 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive introduction to the growth of the English language, from its origins to its present-day form. The author takes a foundational approach, guiding readers through key phonetic concepts and the sounds of English before delving into its historical development. By examining dialectal variation and ongoing transformation, this book encourages readers to appreciate language as a living phenomenon shaped by the forces of communication and societal evolution. The author argues that a grasp of these forces is essential for understanding the language's history and its future. By tracing the evolution of English sounds, vocabulary, and grammar, this book not only provides a firm grounding in the subject but also sheds light on broader principles of language change and the dynamic nature of human communication. 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.…

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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 226 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.48 inches. This item is printed on demand.