Bücher von Jeremy J. (University of Glasgow) Smith

This book discusses the origins of a series of sound changes in English: it investigates their linguistic properties and social and cultural context to investigate why do sound changes happen when and where they do. Written with minimal use of jargon it will appeal to all serious students of English historical linguistics, from advanced undergraduates to researchers.

This book introduces the linguistic study of English between the 5th century and the Norman invasion in 1066, tailored to suit the needs of individual, one-term course modules. Contains exercises based on authentic Anglo-Saxon texts, a comprehensive glossary, and companion website. Set to become the leading introduction to the subject.