The Ithaca Dialect: A Study Of Present English (1891)

By Oliver Farrar Emerson

Book Overview

The Ithaca Dialect: A Study Of Present English is a book written by Oliver Farrar Emerson in 1891. The book is a study of the English language as it was spoken in Ithaca, a town in upstate New York, during the late 19th century. Emerson examines the unique characteristics of the language spoken in Ithaca, including its pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. He also explores the historical and cultural factors that may have influenced the development of the Ithaca dialect. The book provides a detailed analysis of the language and is considered an important resource for linguists and scholars interested in the study of regional dialects. It is written in a scholarly style and includes numerous examples of the Ithaca dialect, as well as comparisons with other dialects of English. Overall, The Ithaca Dialect is a fascinating exploration of the English language and its regional variations.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: 116717819X
• ISBN13: 9781167178191
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"