"The English Language" by R. G. Latham is an academic exploration into the origins and development of English. The study highlights how English arose not from Britain itself, but from continental Europe, particularly Germany. The author explains major migrations of Germanic tribes like the Jutes, Saxons, and Angles into Britain, and dives into how their languages shaped the rules and growth of modern English. It guides readers through an examination of grammar and historical shifts, perfect for those keen on linguistics and language.
The English Language
By R. G. (Robert Gordon) Latham
Uncover the surprising continental roots of English as invading tribes shaped its grammar and evolution on British shores.
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About the AuthorRobert Gordon Latham FRS was an English ethnologist and philologist.
Robert Gordon Latham FRS was an English ethnologist and philologist.
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