The Cambridge History of the English Language
(Book #6 in the The Cambridge History of the English Language Series)
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This volume traces the history of English in North America during the past 400 years. Sixteen leading authorities in the field consider how the vocabulary (both standard and slang), grammar, spelling, and usage in both the standard language and regional and social dialects have evolved, and examine the relationship of and interaction between British and American English. Separate chapters deal with African-American English, Canadian English and Newfoundland...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0521264790
ISBN13:9780521264792
Release Date:November 2001
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Length:664 Pages
Weight:2.30 lbs.
Dimensions:1.6" x 6.2" x 8.9"
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