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Based on detailed case studies of literary texts, this book traces the development of politeness from Old English to the present day. Politeness is shown in its ambivalent and multi-faceted nature from a variety of perspectives, making this essential reading for politeness specialists, cultural historians and historical linguists alike.

Politeness in the History of English

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      Publisher Cambridge University Press
      Published 3 July 2024
      ISBN-13 9781108730945
      978-1108730945
      ISBN-10 1108730949
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Based on detailed case studies of literary texts, this book traces the development of politeness from Old English to the present day. Politeness is shown in its ambivalent and multi-faceted nature from a variety of perspectives, making this essential reading for politeness specialists, cultural historians and historical linguists alike.

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