An Outline History Of The English Language (1906)

By Oliver Farrar Emerson

Book Overview

""An Outline History of the English Language"" is a comprehensive book written by Oliver Farrar Emerson and first published in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the development of the English language from its earliest roots to the modern-day. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the history of the English language. The first chapter discusses the origins of the English language and its relationship to other languages such as Latin, Greek, and Germanic. The subsequent chapters cover the Old English period, the Middle English period, the Early Modern English period, and the Modern English period.Throughout the book, Emerson provides a detailed analysis of the linguistic changes that occurred during each period, including the evolution of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. He also discusses the social and cultural factors that influenced the development of the English language, such as the Norman Conquest, the Renaissance, and the Industrial Revolution.""An Outline History of the English Language"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language. It provides a thorough and insightful analysis of the linguistic, social, and cultural factors that have shaped the language over time, making it an indispensable reference for scholars, students, 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164061313
• ISBN13: 9781164061311
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"