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The Making Of English (1904)

The Making Of English (1904)

Bradley, Henry

Hardcover

Literary CriticismLinguisticsFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1164298194
ISBN13: 9781164298199
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 256
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Making of English is a book written by Henry Bradley, first published in 1904. It is a comprehensive study of the development of the English language from its earliest origins to the end of the Middle Ages. The book covers the historical, social, and linguistic factors that shaped the language, as well as the influences of other languages and cultures on English. Bradley's work is considered a seminal text in the field of historical linguistics, as it provides a detailed analysis of the evolution of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. The book is divided into chapters that cover specific periods in the language's history, such as Old English, Middle English, and Early Modern English. The Making of English is written in a scholarly style, with a focus on linguistic analysis and historical context. However, it is also accessible to general readers who are interested in the history of the English language. The book includes numerous examples of English texts from different time periods, as well as comparative analysis with other languages. Overall, The Making of English is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of the English language. It provides a thorough and detailed account of the language's evolution, and offers insight into the cultural and social factors that influenced its growth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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