Shropshire Wordbook: A Glossary Of Archaic And Provincial Words, Etc., Used In The County

By Georgina Frederica Jackson

Book Overview

The Shropshire Wordbook is a comprehensive glossary of archaic and provincial words, phrases, and expressions that were commonly used in the county of Shropshire in the late 19th century. Compiled by Georgina Frederica Jackson and first published in 1879, this book is a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the local dialects and vernacular of Shropshire. The entries in the glossary are arranged alphabetically and include definitions, etymologies, and examples of usage. The book also includes a brief introduction that provides some historical and cultural context for the words and phrases included in the glossary. Overall, the Shropshire Wordbook is a fascinating and informative guide to the linguistic heritage of this unique region of England.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: 1164684914
• ISBN13: 9781164684916
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 630 Pages
• Weight: 1.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"