The Growth of English

In this elementary account, linguist Henry Cecil Kennedy Wyld explores the development of the English language from its earliest origins to the present day. With clear explanations and engaging examples, Wyld charts the evolution of English, from the Anglo-Saxon period to the influence of French and Latin, to the emergence of modern dialects. Anyone with an interest in the English language and its history will find this book both informative and entertaining.

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