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_aElphinston, James, _d1721-1809 |
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| 245 | 1 | 2 | _aA Minniature ov Inglish Orthoggraphy |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-05-25 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Starner, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. | ||
| 520 | _a"A Minniature ov Inglish Orthoggraphy" by James Elphinston is a linguistic treatise written in the late 18th century. This publication primarily focuses on the intricacies and rules of English orthography, aiming to address the inconsistencies and peculiarities of English spelling. The book is characterized by its playful yet academic approach to language, using a phonetic spelling system that mirrors the sounds of spoken English. The content of the book elaborates on various aspects of English spelling, covering topics such as vowel sounds, redundant letters, and aspirated consonants, among others. Elphinston critiques the existing orthographic system and proposes modifications for greater clarity and accuracy in spelling. He introduces the notion of 'vocal substitution' and discusses the historical evolution of certain letters and sounds within the language. Each section addresses common orthographic challenges, aiming to enhance understanding and encourage proper usage of English spelling conventions. Through this work, Elphinston seeks to advocate for a more standardized and accessible approach to English orthography, making it approachable for both native speakers and learners alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aEnglish language -- Orthography and spelling -- Early works to 1800 | ||
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