The Tree of Language (Classic Reprint)

Helene Laird, Charlton Laird

ISBN 10: 1333748493 / ISBN 13: 9781333748494

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. Exploring linguistic development through an engaging historical lens, this book unveils the captivating evolution of the English language, a rich tapestry woven from a diverse ancestry. The author embarks on a journey tracing the origins of English back to its Indo-European roots, uncovering the remarkable influences of Celtic, Latin, and various Germanic dialects. The narrative vividly illustrates how the English language has gracefully adapted and absorbed words from multiple sources, morphing and expanding its vocabulary over centuries. The book delves into the fascinating world of language invention, exploring theories and examining the gradual transition from picture writing to the development of an alphabet. With meticulous research and accessible language, the author unravels the intricate tapestry of linguistic evolution, providing an exceptional resource for those seeking to understand the profound history and enduring significance of the English language. 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.

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• Titolo: The Tree of Language (Classic Reprint)
• Editore: Forgotten Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2018
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1333748493
• ISBN 13: 9781333748494
• Rilegatura: Paperback
• Condizione: New
• Tipo di libro: print-on-demand item
• Cataloghi dei venditori:
  • English Language

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Is, then no longer will anyone speak Bannock or Hava supai. These languages will die as the Ohio Indian lan guages of Ofo, Biloxi, and T utelo have long since died. In Latin America the Indian languages Will surely survive much longer than in this country, for various reasons, but it seems likely that eventually they will die, too.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.