History of the English Language

By Thomas Raynesford Lounsbury

Book Overview

""History of the English Language"" by Thomas R. Lounsbury is a comprehensive study of the development of the English language from its earliest origins to the present day. The book explores the historical, social, and cultural factors that have influenced the English language over time, including the impact of invading cultures, the spread of English around the world, and the evolution of the language through various periods of literature and popular culture.Beginning with the Anglo-Saxon period and the influence of Latin and Greek on the English language, Lounsbury traces the development of English through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Modern period. He examines the contributions of major figures in English literature and language, from Chaucer and Shakespeare to Samuel Johnson and Noah Webster.Throughout the book, Lounsbury emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context of the English language in order to appreciate its complexity and richness. He also discusses the ongoing debates and controversies surrounding the English language, including issues of standardization, dialects, and the use of English as a global language.Written in a clear and accessible style, ""History of the English Language"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of one of the world's most widely spoken languages.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: 1163305081
• ISBN13: 9781163305089
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 522 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"