Americanisms: The English Of The New World (1872)

by Maximilian Schele de Vere

Book Overview

""Americanisms: The English of the New World"" is a book written by Maximilian Schele De Vere and published in 1872. The book is a study of the English language as spoken in the United States during the 19th century. De Vere explores the unique vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation of American English, and compares it to the English spoken in England. He also examines the historical and cultural factors that have influenced the development of American...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166491927
• ISBN13: 9781166491925
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 694 Pages
• Weight: 2.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"