Old English : a linguistic introduction / Jeremy J. Smith.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Smith, J. J. (Jeremy J.)

Series:

Cambridge introductions to the English language

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

English language--Old English, ca. 450-1100.

English language.

English language--Old English.

Physical Description:

xii, 199 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.

Place of Publication:

Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2009.

Summary:

Old English provides a clear linguistic introduction to English between the fifth century and the Norman invasion in 1066. Tailored to suit the needs of individual course modules, it assumes no prior knowledge of the subject, and presents the basic facts in a straightforward manner, making it the ideal beginners' text. Students are guided step-by-step through the main characteristics and developments of English during that period, aided by concise chapter summaries, suggestions for further reading, and a comprehensive glossary. Each chapter is accompanied by an engaging set of exercises and discussion questions based on authentic Anglo-Saxon texts, encouraging students to consolidate their learning, and providing essential self-study material. The book is accompained by a companion website, featuring solutions to the exercises and useful additional resources. Providing essential knowledge and skills for those embarking on the study of Old English, it is set to become the leading introduction to the subject.

Contents:

About Old English

Describing language

The structure of Old English

Spellings and sounds

The Old English lexicon

Old English grammar I : syntax

Old English grammar II : inflexional morphology.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 191-194) and index.

ISBN:

9780521866774

0521866774

9780521685696

0521685699

OCLC:

237884122

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