Publisher's Synopsis
""An Introduction To The Study Of The Anglo-Saxon Language"" is a book written by Stephen H. Carpenter and published in 1889. The book provides an elementary grammar of the Anglo-Saxon language and includes selections for reading. The Anglo-Saxon language, also known as Old English, was spoken in England from the 5th to the 11th century and is the precursor to modern English. The book is intended as an introduction to the study of the language and includes information on the history of the language, its grammar, and vocabulary. The selections for reading are chosen to illustrate the language's use in literature and include both prose and poetry. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English language or the study of linguistics.Also Explanatory Notes And A Vocabulary.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.
