The Word Book of Virginia Folk Speech, written by Bennett Wood Green and originally published in 1912, is a comprehensive study of the unique dialects and linguistic features of rural Virginia. The book is a compilation of words, phrases, and expressions commonly used by the people of Virginia during the early 20th century. Green's research was conducted through fieldwork, interviews, and personal observation, and he aimed to capture the essence of the Virginian dialect through his writing. The book is organized ...
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The Word Book of Virginia Folk Speech, written by Bennett Wood Green and originally published in 1912, is a comprehensive study of the unique dialects and linguistic features of rural Virginia. The book is a compilation of words, phrases, and expressions commonly used by the people of Virginia during the early 20th century. Green's research was conducted through fieldwork, interviews, and personal observation, and he aimed to capture the essence of the Virginian dialect through his writing. The book is organized alphabetically, with entries ranging from ""a-birding"" (hunting birds) to ""yaller"" (yellow), and includes definitions, usage examples, and etymologies for each word or phrase. In addition to documenting the language itself, Green also provides insight into the cultural and historical context of the dialect. He discusses the influence of African American English, Native American languages, and regional variations on the Virginia dialect. Overall, The Word Book of Virginia Folk Speech is a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the unique linguistic and cultural heritage of Virginia. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the language and way of life of rural Virginians in the early 20th century.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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