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Title: A Brief History of the English Language and Literature, Vol. 2
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Summary: "A Brief History of the English Language and Literature, Vol. 2" by J. M. D. Meiklejohn is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a continuation of the author's examination of English, delving into its history and the evolution of English literature. The text is likely aimed at students and educators, highlighting the significant developments in the language over time. The opening of the book outlines the author's intentions and the structure of the work. It emphasizes that language is an organic entity that evolves over time, both in spoken and written forms. It discusses the early beginnings of the English language, tracing its roots back to the Anglo-Saxon period and the influences that shaped its development, including the impact of various invasions and cultural interactions. Through a comprehensive introduction, Meiklejohn sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the vocabulary and grammar of English, as well as the historical context of its literary contributions, making it apparent that the book aims to provide a thorough understanding of the English language's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Meiklejohn, J. M. D. (John Miller Dow), 1830-1902
EBook No.: 21665
Published: Jun 3, 2007
Downloads: 514
Language: English
Subject: English literature -- History and criticism
Subject: English language -- History
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Brief History of the English Language and Literature, Vol. 2
Credits:
Produced by Louise Hope, Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "A Brief History of the English Language and Literature, Vol. 2" by J. M. D. Meiklejohn is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a continuation of the author's examination of English, delving into its history and the evolution of English literature. The text is likely aimed at students and educators, highlighting the significant developments in the language over time. The opening of the book outlines the author's intentions and the structure of the work. It emphasizes that language is an organic entity that evolves over time, both in spoken and written forms. It discusses the early beginnings of the English language, tracing its roots back to the Anglo-Saxon period and the influences that shaped its development, including the impact of various invasions and cultural interactions. Through a comprehensive introduction, Meiklejohn sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the vocabulary and grammar of English, as well as the historical context of its literary contributions, making it apparent that the book aims to provide a thorough understanding of the English language's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Meiklejohn, J. M. D. (John Miller Dow), 1830-1902
EBook No.: 21665
Published: Jun 3, 2007
Downloads: 514
Language: English
Subject: English literature -- History and criticism
Subject: English language -- History
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.