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Shropshire Wordbook: A Glossary Of Archaic And Provincial Words, Etc., Used In The County (1879)

AUTHOR Jackson, Georgina Frederica
PUBLISHER Kessinger Publishing (06/29/2008)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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The Shropshire Wordbook is a comprehensive glossary of archaic and provincial words, phrases, and expressions used in the county of Shropshire. Written by Georgina Frederica Jackson and published in 1879, the book is a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the history and culture of the region. The entries in the book cover a wide range of topics, including agriculture, architecture, customs, folklore, and dialect. Each entry provides a definition, pronunciation, and examples of usage, making it easy for readers to understand and appreciate the unique language of Shropshire. The book also includes a detailed introduction that provides historical context and background information on the language and culture of the region. Overall, the Shropshire Wordbook is an essential reference for anyone interested in the rich linguistic heritage of this fascinating county.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.
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ISBN-13: 9781436886031
ISBN-10: 1436886031
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 632
Carton Quantity: 14
Product Dimensions: 6.00 x 1.27 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 1.84 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Glossary
Country of Origin: US
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Reference | Linguistics - Historical & Comparative
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The Shropshire Wordbook is a comprehensive glossary of archaic and provincial words, phrases, and expressions used in the county of Shropshire. Written by Georgina Frederica Jackson and published in 1879, the book is a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the history and culture of the region. The entries in the book cover a wide range of topics, including agriculture, architecture, customs, folklore, and dialect. Each entry provides a definition, pronunciation, and examples of usage, making it easy for readers to understand and appreciate the unique language of Shropshire. The book also includes a detailed introduction that provides historical context and background information on the language and culture of the region. Overall, the Shropshire Wordbook is an essential reference for anyone interested in the rich linguistic heritage of this fascinating county.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.
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