A Dictionary Of Archaic And Provincial Words: Obsolete Phrases, Proverbs And Ancient Customs From The Fourteenth Century A-I V1 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162966724)

""A Dictionary Of Archaic And Provincial Words: Obsolete Phrases, Proverbs And Ancient Customs From The Fourteenth Century A-I V1"" is a comprehensive reference book compiled by John Orchard Halliwell. This book contains a vast collection of archaic and provincial words, obsolete phrases, proverbs, and ancient customs from the fourteenth century. The book is divided into two volumes, with this first volume covering the letters A-I. This dictionary is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English language and its evolution over time. It provides detailed definitions and explanations of words and phrases that are no longer in common usage, making it an essential tool for scholars, historians, and linguists. The book is organized alphabetically, with each entry providing the word or phrase in question, its definition, and its historical context. The dictionary also includes examples of how the word or phrase was used in literature and other written works from the period. In addition to its linguistic value, ""A Dictionary Of Archaic And Provincial Words"" also offers insight into the social and cultural history of England. The book includes information on ancient customs and traditions, providing a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of people from centuries past. Overall, ""A Dictionary Of Archaic And Provincial Words: Obsolete Phrases, Proverbs And Ancient Customs From The Fourteenth Century A-I V1"" is an essential reference book for anyone interested in the English language and its history.In Two Volumes.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.

Author: John Orchard Halliwell
ISBN-10: 1162966726
ISBN-13: 9781162966724
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 520
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.05d