num_pages: 438
description: A classic text that provides a comprehensive &amp; balanced exploration of the history of the English language from the Middle Ages to the present &amp; combines internal linguistic history &amp; external cultural history. Emphasizes the political, social &amp; cultural forces that affect language; contains Old &amp; Middle English syntax; features Chicano English, Caribbean English, English in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Black English &amp; varieties of English in Africa, Asia, Australia &amp; Canada. An important reference for upper level courses in the history of the English language.Preface to the 1st EditionPreface to the 2nd EditionEnglish present &amp; futureIndo-European family of languagesOld EnglishForeign influences on old EnglishNorman Conquest &amp; the subjection of English, 1066-1200Re-establishment of English, 1200-1500Middle EnglishRenaissance, 1500-1650Appeal to authority, 1650-1800Nineteenth century &amp; afterEnglish language in AmericaAppendicesIndex
language: English
title: A History of the English Language
titlecomplete: A History of the English Language
genres: Writing, Historical, Reference, Linguistics, Nonfiction, School, Language, College, Textbooks, History
ratings_count: 859
publisher: Pearson Professional Education