The Romance of Words

Autori

• Ernest Weekley

Parametri

Pagine

190pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Libri di testo
• Mappe e viaggi
• Pedagogia
• Sulla letteratura

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Renowned for his expertise in etymology, Ernest Weekley authored a significant work that has influenced countless scholars in the field. His comprehensive An Etymological Dictionary of Modern English, published in 1921, spans 850 pages and serves as a foundational reference for subsequent etymological studies. Weekley's academic career included a notable tenure as Professor of Modern Languages at the University of Nottingham from 1898 to 1938, further establishing his legacy in linguistic scholarship.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020