observations scottish dialect von john sinclair (27 Ergebnisse)

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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of language and its impact on national identity, focusing on the historical and cultural nuances of the Scottish dialect. Set against the backdrop of a newly unified Great Britain in the late 18th century, the author embarks on a meticulous exploration of the distinctions between Scottish and English speech. The text meticulously dissects the evolution of the Scottish dialect, tracing its origins to Old English with influences from Gaelic and French. The author sheds light on the social and political factors that shaped the language, including historical tensions between England and Scotland, and the influence of a shared monarch. With a keen eye for detail, this book examines specific vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammatical structures unique to the Scottish dialect, offering insights into their origins and historical usage. The author skillfully compares and contrasts these linguistic features with their English counterparts, highlighting the subtle yet significant differences that contribute to distinct cultural identities. By illuminating the intricacies of the Scottish dialect, this book underscores the profound role language plays in shaping national consciousness and fostering a sense of belonging. 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.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Good. 1st Edition. Three Volumes Bound In One: V, (1) With Errata On Verso, 232 Pp; (Ii), 121, Including Half-Title, Errata On Verso Of Last Page; X, (I) With Directions On Verso, 13-96. Full Calf, Red Morocco Spine Label. Titles And Authors' Names Written On First Free Endpaper; Beattie's Name Written On Title Of That Section. Wear, Fraying At Corners, Binding Sound. The Third Title Is Quite Scarce. Bookplate Of Sir Henry Jardine. Henry Jardine Of Harwood (1766-1851) Was A Solicitor, Antiquarian And A Founder Member Of The Bannatyne Club In 1823, Alongside His Friend Sir Walter Scott. He Became A Writer To The Signet In 1790 And In 1793 Took The Important Government Role Of Solicitor Of Taxes, Through The Patronage Of Henry Dundas, 1St Viscount Melville. From 1820 Until 1831 He Was King's Remembrancer In The Exchequer Throughout The Reign Of King George Iv. In 1814 He Was Elected A Fellow Of The Royal Society Of Edinburgh. His Proposers Were George Steuart Mackenzie (His Son-In-Law), Henry Mackenzie, And Thomas Charles Hope.In 1818 He Was Of Those Present With Sir Walter Scott At The Rediscovery Of The Honours Of Scotland. His Home At 123 Princes Street In Edinburgh Faced Directly On To Edinburgh Castle.

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Bound in half calf with cloth sides. vii,232pp. Hand-written contents details at rear. Some contemporary annotations in the text else a very good copy. 1st ed. Scarce.

First edition. v, [3], 232pp. Contemporary gilt-tooled half-calf, marbled boards, contrasting brown morocco lettering-piece. Rubbed and marked, some surface loss to boards. Scattered spotting. The sole edition of politician and agricultural historian Sir John Sinclair's (1754-1835) study of Scottish verbal usages and the derivations of 'words peculiar to the Scots'. Size: 8vo.

Hard Cover. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. pp v [3] 232. Presentation copy by the author (inscribed "_____ From the author" on the back of the title page - the recipient's name has been covered over in old ink). Modern cloth binding with gold lettering to spine. Sir John Sinclair (1754 - 1835) was a Scottish writer, famous for his survey of Scottish life, the "Statistical Account of Scotland", published between 1791 and 1799. In this volume, Sinclair describes some of the words and phrases of the Scots language (which he calls a "dialect") and their derivations (e.g. from Latin, Belgic, Saxon etc). He also touches on language usage in London and other parts of England. Condition: Very Good modern binding with a Very Good text block. Scarce. Presention copy from the author.

pp. (viii), 232. 8vo. Half calf, marble boards, respined retaining original label, new endpapers. ESTC T98144.

Full Leather. Zustand: Good. 1st Edition. Recent brown calf with less than perfect red label on spine. Inside uncut. Inscribed by the author. First and only contemporary edition of the author's first book. Includes a list of words and phrases unique to Scottish arranged by speech and subject matter. Author was active in government and is said to have published more than 350 tracts. In 1793 he became the first president of the Board of Agriculture. Foxing and waving to the parchment paper inside throughout. Otherwise a good copy of a remarkable cultural contribution. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Inscribed by Author(s). Book.

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Leather Bound. Zustand: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1782. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 256, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 256.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Observations on the Scottish Dialect | John Sinclair | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2017 | Trieste Publishing | EAN 9780649660117 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.

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