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Beschreibung

Discover the fascinating story of how spoken English evolved from the Roman conquest to the British Empire.

Why do the English speak so many dialects? How has history shaped the language we speak today? In a Manner of Speaking answers these questions and more, exploring the beginnings of spoken English and how each invading force brought different sounds. From the Romans to the British Empire, uncover the evolution of the English tongue over time.

More than just a manual on grammar, this witty and interesting exploration reveals why there are so many variations in spoken English, even in its country of origin. Perfect for language enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this book, superbly illustrated by renowned cartoonist Barrie Appleby, offers an engaging journey through the sounds of English history.

Discover the fascinating story of how spoken English evolved from the Roman conquest to the British Empire.

Why do the English speak so many dialects? How has history shaped the language we speak today? In a Manner of Speaking answers these questions and more, exploring the beginnings of spoken English and how each invading force brought different sounds. From the Romans to the British Empire, uncover the evolution of the English tongue over time.

More than just a manual on grammar, this witty and interesting exploration reveals why there are so many variations in spoken English, even in its country of origin. Perfect for language enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this book, superbly illustrated by renowned cartoonist Barrie Appleby, offers an engaging journey through the sounds of English history.

Über den Autor
Charlie Haylock is an historian of spoken English, a dialect specialist, an authority on his native Suffolk and a bestselling author. He has a regular spot on BBC Radio Suffolk, is the creator of weekly cartoons in the 'East Anglian Daily Times', and is a popular speaker on the history of spoken English.Barrie Appleby is a renowned and much loved illustrator and cartoonist. He has been the Art Director of a publishing company, as well as a cartoonist with IPC Magazines, Marvel Comics and currently 'The Beano' alongside D. C. Thomson. Barrie illustrates books by Charlie Haylock and together they produce weekly cartoons in the 'East Anglian Daily Times'.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2017
Genre: Allg. & vergl. Sprachwissenschaft, Importe
Rubrik: Sprachwissenschaft
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13: 9781445663821
ISBN-10: 1445663821
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Haylock, Charlie
Illustrator: Appleby, Barrie
Hersteller: Amberley Publishing
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 155 x 235 x 23 mm
Von/Mit: Charlie Haylock
Erscheinungsdatum: 15.03.2017
Gewicht: 0,356 kg
Artikel-ID: 107801192