Cambridge history of the english language, the
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9780521264778
Date de publication :
28 janv. 1999
Dimensions :
23,6 x 16,0 x 4,7 cm
Poids :
1203 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This volume deals with the history of the English language from 1776 to 1997. Separate chapters on phonology, syntax, and vocabulary chronicle the core linguistic features of the language during this period. English as a literary language, English grammar and usage, and place names are also covered. A separate volume on North American English is in preparation.