American English (1921)

""American English"" by Gilbert Milligan Tucker is a comprehensive guide to the English language as it is spoken in the United States. Originally published in 1921, this book provides a detailed analysis of American English, including its pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions. The book begins with an overview of the history of the English language in America, tracing its roots from the colonial period to the present day. It then delves into the various regional dialects of American English, highlighting the differences in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar across different parts of the country. The second half of the book focuses on the standard American English dialect, providing a detailed analysis of its phonetics, grammar, and vocabulary. The author also includes a section on idiomatic expressions, providing examples of commonly used phrases and their meanings. Throughout the book, Tucker provides numerous examples of American English in use, drawing from literature, popular culture, and everyday conversation. He also includes exercises and quizzes to help readers test their understanding of the material. Overall, ""American English"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the English language, particularly those who wish to improve their understanding of American English. It is a comprehensive and engaging guide that remains relevant to this day.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.