A Warwickshire Word-Book: Comprising Obsolescent And Dialect Words, Colloquialisms, Etc. (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163611784)

A Warwickshire Word-Book by G.F. Northall is a comprehensive collection of obsolescent and dialect words, colloquialisms, and other linguistic peculiarities of the Warwickshire region of England. The book is a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the unique language of this area. It includes definitions and examples of usage for hundreds of words and phrases that are no longer commonly used or have fallen out of favor in modern English. The author's extensive research and knowledge of the local language make this an authoritative reference work that sheds light on the rich linguistic heritage of Warwickshire. Whether you are a native of the region or simply curious about its language, A Warwickshire Word-Book is an essential read.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: G. F. Northall
ISBN-10: 1163611786
ISBN-13: 9781163611784
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 300
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d