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  • The Etymology and Syntax of the English Language Explained and Illustrated

    by Alexander Crombie ...
    Language consists of intelligible signs, and is the medium by which the mind communicates its thoughts. It is either articulate or inarticulate; artificial or natural. The former is peculiar to man; the latter is common to all animals. By inarticulate language, we mean those instinctive sounds, or cries, by which the several tribes of inferior creatures are enabled to express their sensations and ... Read more

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  • Mastering English: 34 Classic Books on Linguistics and Vocabulary

    The Sounds of Spoken English, Dictionary of English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases, In the Path of the Alphabet, etc.

    by Walter Ripman, Thomas Preston, Henry Sweet, Frances Delavan Page Jermain, Andrew P. Peabody, Francis Trench, Parry Gwynne, Harry Jewett Jeschke, Walter W. Skeat, H. L. Mencken, Louis A. Flemming, Trench H. Johnson, John Camden Hotten, J. R. R. Tolkien, G. F. Graham, Marian Wharton, Samuel Kirkham, Brainerd Kellogg, Alonzo Reed, Alexander Crombie, John Lewis, Thomas Wood, Noah Webster, Charles Godfrey Leland, William Swinton, Huber Gray Buehler, Henry Bate, Joseph Devlin, Edwin Herbert Lewis, Gilbert Sykes Blakely, Elmer W. Cavins, Otis Ashmore, Tom Hood ...
    Mastering English: 34 Classic Books on Linguistics and Vocabulary is a formidable anthology that encompasses the vast expanse of linguistic inquiry, etymology, and lexicography. Within this collection lies a multitude of styles ranging from scholarly treatises to foundational vocabulary studies, all coalescing to showcase the evolution of the English language across time and context. The diversity ... Read more

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  • The Etymology and Syntax of the English Language Explained and Illustrated

    Enriched edition. Unveiling the Origins and Structure of English Language

    by Alexander Crombie, Vanessa Winslow ...
    In "The Etymology and Syntax of the English Language Explained and Illustrated," Alexander Crombie delivers a meticulous exploration of the roots and structure of English, intertwining linguistic history with grammatical theory. The work is characterized by its analytical prose and rich illustrative examples, reflecting a time when the study of language paralleled emerging scientific methodologies ... Read more

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    by W. M. Baskervill and J. W. Sewell ...
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  • Manual of English Grammar and Composition

    by J. Nesfield ...
    This scarce book contains an incredibly detailed treatise on the grammar of the English language. Manual of English Grammar and Composition is readily accessible, making it the perfect book for both teachers and students of English, as well as a great addition to any collection of antiquarian linguistic literature. Containing a level of detail and insight often unparalleled in modern grammar texts ... Read more

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  • A Grammar of the English Tongue

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    by Samuel Johnson, Chloe Wharton ...
    In "A Grammar of the English Tongue," Samuel Johnson offers a pioneering exploration of English grammar, seamlessly blending prescriptive rules with comprehensive descriptions of the language. Written in 1755, this seminal work adopts a didactic style that reflects the Enlightenment's fascination with reason and clarity. Johnson meticulously examines syntax, morphology, and usage, positioning ... Read more

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  • The Comic English Grammar

    by Percival Leigh ...
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  • An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding (Mobi Classics)

    by David Hume ...
    An Enquiry concerning Human Understanding is a book by the Scottish empiricist and philosopher David Hume, published in 1748. It was a simplification of an earlier effort, Hume's A Treatise of Human Nature, published anonymously in London in 1739-1740. Hume was disappointed with the reception of the Treatise, which "fell dead-born from the press," as he put it, and so tried again to disseminate ... Read more

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  • English Grammar and Composition for Public Schools

    Master English Grammar with Practical Composition Exercises

    by G. H. Armstrong ...
    In "English Grammar and Composition for Public Schools," G. H. Armstrong provides a comprehensive exploration of the foundational elements of English grammar while emphasizing practical composition skills. The book employs a clear, didactic style, making complex concepts accessible to students and educators alike. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century education reform, Armstrong'Äôs work ... Read more

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  • Complete Ancient Greek

    A Comprehensive Guide to Reading and Understanding Ancient Greek, with Original Texts

    by Gavin Betts, Alan Henry ...
    Designed for complete beginners, and tested for years with real learners, Complete Ancient Greek offers a bridge from the textbook to the real world, enabling you to learn the grammar, understand the vocabulary and even how to translate the writings of Socrates and Homer.Structured around authentic material, placing an emphasis on the importance of reading classical texts in the original, and ... Read more

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  • How to Write Clearly: Rules and Exercises on English Composition

    Master English Composition with Expert Tips and Exercises

    by Edwin Abbott Abbott ...
    Edwin Abbott Abbott's "How to Write Clearly: Rules and Exercises on English Composition" serves as an insightful guide into the art of effective writing. Drawing from a wealth of pedagogical experience, Abbott delineates fundamental principles of composition with clarity and precision. The book comprises structured exercises and practical rules designed not only to illuminate the intricacies of ... Read more

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  • Studies in Words

    by C. S. Lewis ...
    Language—in its communicative and playful functions, its literary formations and its shifting meanings—is a perennially fascinating topic. C. S. Lewis's Studies in Words explores this fascination by taking a series of words and teasing out their connotations using examples from a vast range of English literature, recovering lost meanings and analyzing their functions. It doubles as an absorbing ... Read more

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