Writing a War of Words

Andrew Clark and the Search for Meaning in World War One

Autori

• Lynda Mugglestone

Parametri

Pagine

368pagine

Tempo di lettura

13ore

• Dizionari Linguistici e Libri di Testo
• Libri di testo
• Scienze sociali

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The book delves into a unique archive of wartime notebooks that reveal how the English language evolved on the Home Front during conflict. By utilizing unconventional sources, it examines the impact of war on everyday language, highlighting the interplay between language and history. This investigation offers insights into the linguistic shifts experienced by ordinary people, showcasing language as a critical interdisciplinary tool for understanding historical contexts.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2021

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