02264cam a22003133u 4500 21665 UtSlPG 20260610133511.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PE PN Meiklejohn, J. M. D. (John Miller Dow), 1830-1902 A Brief History of the English Language and Literature, Vol. 2 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-06-03 Produced by Louise Hope, Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "A Brief History of the English Language and Literature, Vol. 2" by J. M. D. Meiklejohn is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a continuation of the author's examination of English, delving into its history and the evolution of English literature. The text is likely aimed at students and educators, highlighting the significant developments in the language over time. The opening of the book outlines the author's intentions and the structure of the work. It emphasizes that language is an organic entity that evolves over time, both in spoken and written forms. It discusses the early beginnings of the English language, tracing its roots back to the Anglo-Saxon period and the influences that shaped its development, including the impact of various invasions and cultural interactions. Through a comprehensive introduction, Meiklejohn sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the vocabulary and grammar of English, as well as the historical context of its literary contributions, making it apparent that the book aims to provide a thorough understanding of the English language's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English literature -- History and criticism English language -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21665 62811 62811