Dissertations on the English Language, with Notes, Historical and Critical;
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About this eBook
| Author | Webster, Noah, 1758-1843 |
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| LoC No. | 11008552 |
| Title |
Dissertations on the English Language, with Notes, Historical and Critical; to Which is Added, by Way of Appendix, an Essay on a Reformed Mode of Spelling, With Dr. Franklin's Arguments on that Subject |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Dissertations on the English Language, with Notes, Historical and Critical" by Noah Webster is a scholarly treatise written in the late 18th century. This work serves as a critical examination of the English language, focusing on its structure, pronunciation, and the necessity of establishing a unique American variant separate from British English. The text is likely aimed at addressing misconceptions in language use and promoting a more standardized approach to English grammar and spelling. At the start of the treatise, Webster outlines his motivations for writing about the English language, detailing his journey from an academic background to his practical observations in the real world. He expresses concern over the stiffness and errors he and his contemporaries experienced when trying to communicate effectively after formal education. Webster critiques existing grammatical principles and references his own research, hinting at a comprehensive analysis of language development and its orthography. The introduction sets the stage for the exploration of how language evolves and the influence of societal changes, while also presenting an argument for the importance of cultivating a distinct American English. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | English language -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Spelling reform -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | English language -- Grammar -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45738 |
| Release Date | May 24, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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