A History of English Sounds from the Earliest Period, with Full Word-Lists (1888)

""A History of English Sounds from the Earliest Period, with Full Word-Lists"" is a comprehensive book written by Henry Sweet and originally published in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the evolution of English sounds from the earliest period to the present day, with a focus on the phonetic changes that have occurred over time. The author explores the various dialects and accents of English, including those from different regions and social classes. He discusses the origins of English sounds, tracing their roots to the Germanic languages and the influence of Latin and French. The book also includes full word-lists, providing readers with examples of words that illustrate the changes in English sounds over time. These word-lists cover a wide range of topics, including animals, plants, food, clothing, and more. Overall, ""A History of English Sounds from the Earliest Period, with Full Word-Lists"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language. It provides a thorough analysis of the sounds of English, as well as a wealth of examples to help readers understand the changes that have occurred over time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.