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The language of early English literature : [Book] : from Caedmon to Milton / Sara M. Pons-Sanz, University of Westminster, UK.

By: Material type: TextTextSeries: Perspectives on the English LanguageDescription: xviii, 278 pages ; 23 cmISBN:
  • 9780230291423
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 829 .09 23
Other classification:
  • 829.09
Summary: The grammar and vocabulary of the English language changed dramatically between the Old and Early Modern periods. These changes in language usage are explored in The Language of Early English Literature by examining the effect of authors' linguistic choices on the descriptions of characters, events, and situations. Written with today's undergraduate student in mind, this textbook is a highly rewarding guide to the rich history of the English language and literature.
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The grammar and vocabulary of the English language changed dramatically between the Old and Early Modern periods. These changes in language usage are explored in The Language of Early English Literature by examining the effect of authors' linguistic choices on the descriptions of characters, events, and situations. Written with today's undergraduate student in mind, this textbook is a highly rewarding guide to the rich history of the English language and literature.

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