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Henry Cecil Kennedy Wyld

A Short History of English, With a Bibliography and Lists of Texts and Editions

Of Recent Books on the Subject

Henry Cecil Kennedy Wyld

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Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026
Historical & comparative linguistics; British & Irish history
""A Short History of English"" provides a comprehensive and scholarly overview of the development of the English language from its earliest roots to the early 20th century. Written by the esteemed philologist Henry Cecil Kennedy Wyld, this work traces the phonological, morphological, and syntactical evolution of English through its various stages, including Old and Middle English. The book serves as an essential resource for students of linguistics and historical philology, offering detailed insights into the sound shifts and grammatical changes that shaped the modern tongue. Beyond its narrative history, ""A Short History of English"" is distinguished by its extensive bibliography of contemporary scholarship and curated lists of primary texts and editions, making it an invaluable guide for deeper academic research.

Wyld's expertise shines in his clear categorization of dialectal variations and his rigorous approach to the scientific study of language. This classic text remains a cornerstone for anyone seeking to understand the linguistic heritage of the English-speaking world and the historical forces that governed its transformation over the centuries.

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Imprint:   Tradd Street Press
Dimensions:   Height: 234mm,  Width: 156mm,  Spine: 17mm
Weight:   435g
ISBN:   9781025988368
ISBN 10:   1025988361
Pages:   308
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