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Provides a brief history of English without assuming any prior knowledge of the subject. This book outlines the historical events that shaped English; describes how its grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation developed over time; and highlights the ""quirks"" and ""exceptions"" in English that can be explained on a historical basis.

Why Is English Like That

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    Publisher: LUP - University of Michigan Press
    Publication Date: 2/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
    ISBN13: 9780472031344, 978-0472031344
    ISBN10: 0472031341

    Number of Pages: 256

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    Provides a brief history of English without assuming any prior knowledge of the subject. This book outlines the historical events that shaped English; describes how its grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation developed over time; and highlights the ""quirks"" and ""exceptions"" in English that can be explained on a historical basis.

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