The Stories of English

The Stories of English

David Crystal - 2005

Overview

Explore the fascinating evolution of the English language with this insightful history. Discover when and why words like 'thou' faded from common use, and how regional pronunciations like 'hobservation' emerged. This book delves into the development of various English strands, including standard English, dialects, and slang, to explain the rich linguistic landscape of today.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in linguistics and the history of language.
• Students of English language and literature.
• Anyone curious about the origins of modern English.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 592
• Publisher: Penguin Group
• ISBN: 9780141015934
• Year: 2005