Isbn: 9780282374471 - nuttall's standard dictionary of the english language: based on the labours of the most eminent lexicographers, comprising many thousands of new words ... and common usage, with pronunciation (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the English language, encompassing its origins, evolution, and the complexities of its structure. The author meticulously examines the etymology of words, tracing their roots back to ancient languages such as Anglo-Saxon, Latin, French, and Greek, and delving into the historical influences that shaped its vocabulary. A key focus of this work is the science of orthoepy, which the author defines as the principles of correct pronunciation. He delves into the distinctions between vowels and consonants, explores the complexities of accentuation, and provides a detailed guide to the pronunciation of Greek, Latin, Hebrew, and Scripture proper names, as well as various European languages. The book's insights are particularly relevant to readers interested in the historical development and intricacies of the English language, offering a valuable resource for understanding its origins and the processes through which it has come to be the rich and diverse language we know today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…