Publisher's Synopsis
A Brief History of the English Language is a comprehensive book written by Oliver Farrar Emerson in 1896. The book explores the evolution of the English language from its earliest origins to the modern-day language spoken across the world. Emerson begins by tracing the roots of the English language to its Germanic origins, including the influence of Old Norse and Old French. He then examines the development of Middle English and Early Modern English, including the impact of the printing press and the rise of Standard English. Throughout the book, Emerson provides examples of key linguistic changes and developments, including the Great Vowel Shift and the adoption of Latin and Greek words. He also explores the social and cultural factors that have shaped the English language, such as the influence of Shakespeare and the spread of English as a global language. Overall, A Brief History of the English Language is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of one of the world's most important 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.
