Address in Early English Correspondence
Author: Minna Nevala
Publisher:
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 328
ISBN-13:
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Studies in Late Modern English Correspondence
Author: Marina Dossena
Publisher: Peter Lang
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 304
ISBN-13: 9783039116584
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe studies presented in this volume concentrate on aspects of Late Modern English correspondence in the usage of individuals belonging to different social classes, writing for different purposes, and finding themselves in different social contexts, both in Britain and in its colonies. As the growing body of research published in recent years has shown, analysing the language of letters presents both a challenge and an opportunity to obtain access to as full a range of styles as would be possible for a period for which we only have access to the language in its written form. It is an area of study in which all the contributors have considerable expertise, which affords them to present data findings while discussing important methodological issues. In addition, in most cases data derive from specially-designed 'second-generation' corpora, reflecting state-of-the-art approaches to historical sociolinguistics and pragmatics. Theoretical issues concerning letters as a text type, their role in social network analysis, and their value in the identification of register or variety specific traits are highlighted, alongside issues concerning the (often less than easy) relationship between strictly codified norms and actual usage on the part of speakers whose level of education could vary considerably.
A History of the Old English Letter Foundries
Author: Talbot Baines Reed
Publisher: Good Press
Published: 2023-10-31
Total Pages: 459
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn 'A History of the Old English Letter Foundries' by Talbot Baines Reed, the reader is taken on a scholarly journey through the evolution of English typefaces, tracing their origins and development from the early letter foundries to the modern era. This meticulously researched book delves into the intricacies of typography, providing a comprehensive analysis of the impact of these letter foundries on the English printing industry. Reed's writing style is both informative and engaging, making this book a valuable resource for students of typography and printing history. The literary context of this work lies within the realm of scholarly non-fiction, catering to readers with a specific interest in the history of printing and typography. Reed's attention to detail and thorough research elevate this book to a must-read for those interested in the evolution of English typefaces. Talbot Baines Reed, a notable writer and historian, draws upon his knowledge and expertise in the field of typography to craft this definitive history of English letter foundries. His background as a writer and historian provides the perfect foundation for him to delve into this niche subject with authority and precision. Readers who appreciate a deep dive into the lesser-known aspects of printing history will find 'A History of the Old English Letter Foundries' by Talbot Baines Reed to be an indispensable resource. This book is highly recommended for scholars and enthusiasts alike seeking a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of English typography.
Communicating Early English Manuscripts
Author: Päivi Pahta
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2011-01-27
Total Pages: 313
ISBN-13: 052119329X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe first volume to focus on the communicative aspects of English manuscripts from the fourteenth to the nineteenth century. It demonstrates how these handwritten texts can be used to analyse the history of language as communication between individuals and groups, and discusses the challenges these documents present to present-day scholars.
Women's Epistolary Utterance
Author: Graham T. Williams
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
Published: 2013-09-18
Total Pages: 278
ISBN-13: 9027271399
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLocated at the intersection of historical pragmatics, letters and manuscript studies, this book offers a multi-dimensional analysis of the letters of Joan and Maria Thynne, 1575-1611. It investigates multiple ways in which socio-culturally and socio-familially contextualized reading of particular collections may increase our understanding of early modern letters as a particular type of handwritten communicative activity. The book also adds to our understanding of these women as individual users of English in their historical moment, especially in terms of literacy and their engagement with cultural scripts. Throughout the book, analysis is based on the manuscript letters themselves and in this way several chapters address the importance of viewing original sources to understand the letters' full pragmatic significance. Within these broader frameworks, individual chapters address the women's use of scribes, prose structure and punctuation, performative speech act verbs, and (im)politeness, sincerity and mock (im)politeness.
From Old English to Standard English
Author: Dennis Freeborn
Publisher: University of Ottawa Press
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 502
ISBN-13: 0776604694
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"This practical and informative course book is a fascinating, visual volume which leads the student through the development of the language from Old English, through Middle and Early Modern English to the establishment of Standard English in the eighteenth century." "At the core of this substantially expanded second edition lies a series of nearly 200 historical texts, of which more than half are reproduced in facsimile, and which illustrate the progressive changes in the language. The book is firmly based upon linguistic description, with commentaries which form a series of case studies demonstrating the evidence for language change at every level - handwriting, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, grammar and meaning." "Such a wealth of texts, as well as the structured activities and the various case studies, allow the volume to be used not only as a stimulating course text, guiding students through the analysis of data, but also as a comprehensive resource book and invaluable reference tool for teachers and students at all levels."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Nominal and Pronominal Address in Jamaica and Trinidad
Author: Matthias Klumm
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing Company
Published: 2021-09-15
Total Pages: 264
ISBN-13: 9027258953
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book examines the various patterns of nominal and pronominal address used in Jamaica and Trinidad, the two most populous islands of the English-speaking Caribbean. Given that the Anglo-Caribbean context has so far been largely neglected in address research, this study aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the linguistic means Jamaicans and Trinidadians have at their disposal and make use of to address each other. A particular focus will be on variation in the speakers’ address behaviour with regard to their sex, age, social class, ethnicity, and regional background. The study draws both on data from a self-compiled corpus of postcolonial Jamaican and Trinidadian literary works, and on questionnaire and interview data collected during fieldwork. This book contributes to the ever-growing body of research in the field of nominal and pronominal address, and will be relevant to researchers interested in the fields of sociolinguistics, pragmatics, and World Englishes.
Letterwriting in Renaissance England
Author: Folger Shakespeare Library
Publisher: University of Washington Press
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 228
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKReproduces in full size and transcribes a number of letters from the early sixteenth to the early eighteenth centuries
Correspondence Addressed to Sidney Colvin
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher:
Published: 1896
Total Pages: 354
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKElizabeth I in Writing
Author: Donatella Montini
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2018-03-27
Total Pages: 264
ISBN-13: 3319719521
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis collection investigates Queen Elizabeth I as an accomplished writer in her own right as well as the subject of authors who celebrated her. With innovative essays from Brenda M. Hosington, Carole Levin, and other established and emerging experts, it reappraises Elizabeth’s translations, letters, poems and prayers through a diverse range of approaches to textuality, from linguistic and philological to literary and cultural-historical. The book also considers Elizabeth as “authored,” studying how she is reflected in the writing of her contemporaries and reconstructing a wider web of relations between the public and private use of language in early modern culture. Contributions from Carlo M. Bajetta, Guillaume Coatelen and Giovanni Iamartino bring the Queen’s presence in early modern Italian literary culture to the fore. Together, these essays illuminate the Queen in writing, from the multifaceted linguistic and rhetorical strategies that she employed, to the texts inspired by her power and charisma.
