""A Linguistic Introduction to the History of English"" by Morton Wilfred Bloomfield is a comprehensive guide that explores the evolution of the English language from its earliest origins to the present day. The book provides a detailed analysis of the linguistic changes that have occurred in the language over time, including the influences of various cultures and languages on English.The author begins with an overview of the Indo-European language family and the historical context in which the English language emerged. He ...
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""A Linguistic Introduction to the History of English"" by Morton Wilfred Bloomfield is a comprehensive guide that explores the evolution of the English language from its earliest origins to the present day. The book provides a detailed analysis of the linguistic changes that have occurred in the language over time, including the influences of various cultures and languages on English.The author begins with an overview of the Indo-European language family and the historical context in which the English language emerged. He then delves into the Old English period, examining the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation of this early form of English. The book also covers the Middle English period, which saw the introduction of French and Latin influences into the language.Bloomfield then moves on to the Early Modern English period, a time when English underwent significant changes in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. He discusses the impact of the printing press on the language and the rise of Standard English.The final section of the book covers the Modern English period, which includes the development of American English and the spread of English as a global language. The author also explores the ongoing changes in English, including the influence of technology and the internet on the language.Overall, ""A Linguistic Introduction to the History of English"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language. It provides a thorough and accessible overview of the linguistic changes that have shaped the language over time, making it an ideal text for students, scholars, and language enthusiasts alike.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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Very good in good dust jacket. xvi, 375, xx p. maps, diagrs. 22 cm. Includes: Illustrations, Maps. Bibliography: p. 369-375. Book Condition: Near fine/Very good. Clean inside pages and tight binding. Sharp corners. Lightly chipped dj.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Book contains pencil markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 750grams, ISBN:
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Very good in very good dust jacket. xvi, 375, xx p. maps, diagrs. 22 cm. Includes: Illustrations, Maps. Bibliography: p. 369-375. Book Condition: very good. DJ Condition: very good. Lightly chipped to spine ends and corners. Interior pages are clean. Tight binding. Sharp corners.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. With owner's name and inscription inside cover. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 750grams, ISBN:
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Very good + in very good jacket. 8vo. Navy cloth, with gilt spine titles and publisher mark on cover. Red top stain. Frontis b/w map of Great Britain. 396 pages, with Appendix, Bibliography, and Index. With maps, drawings, and charts. Names on half-title and title pages. No marks to text. In illustrated dust-jacket.
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NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1963. First Edition. xvi, 375 pages, xx. 8.5x5.5", cloth, dj. Dj creased, 2 marginal ink marks noting typos, note on rear endsheet, owner initials, VG/VG.
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Good- No Dust Jacket. Size: 8x6x1; 1965 printing. No dust jacket. NOT ex-library. Binding is strong and sturdy. Shelfwear, most significantly to the spine, where the text is illegible due to it being rubbed away. Occasional markings. Ships same or next business day from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Very Good+ in Very Good jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. 375+20 pp. Original black cloth covers w/ gilt title on spine. Very bright and clean. Some gilt on spine lightly rubbed. DJ has light wear and tear to edges. Spine sunned. Contents very nice.
