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. This book presents a detailed analysis of the English language spoken in Ithaca, a town in upstate New York. The author examines the unique features of the dialect spoken by the residents of Ithaca, including their pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. The book also includes a comparison of the Ithaca dialect with other regional dialects in the United States and England. Emerson's work is considered a valuable contribution to the study of dialects and linguistics, as it provides insight into the evolution of language and the ways in which dialects can vary within a single language. The Ithaca Dialect is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and development of the English language.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: 1120891817
• ISBN13: 9781120891815
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"