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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive study of the dialects of West Somerset, a region in southwest England. The author, a leading expert on the subject, provides a detailed account of the sounds, grammar, and vocabulary of these dialects, drawing on extensive fieldwork and historical sources. The book places the West Somerset dialects within a wider historical and literary context, exploring their origins and their relationship to standard English. The author delves into the rich thematic depth of the West Somerset dialects, examining their unique features and the insights they offer into the history of the English language. The dialects' preservation of archaic features, such as the use of the second person singular pronoun thou, provides a glimpse into the language's past. The author also analyzes the dialects' distinctive grammar and vocabulary, exploring their influence on the development of standard English. The book concludes by emphasizing the significance of the West Somerset dialects as a valuable resource for understanding the history and diversity of the English language. The author's insights shed light on the complex relationship between language, culture, and geography, making this book an essential read for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the rich tapestry of English dialects. 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. print-on-demand item.