Of the Orthographie and Congruitie of the Britan Tongue (eBook)

Enriched edition. A Treates, noe shorter than necessarie, for the Schooles

Alexander Hume schoolmaster (Autor)

Henry B. Wheatley (Herausgeber)

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2019
141 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406619513-7 (EAN)

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In "Of the Orthographie and Congruitie of the Britan Tongue," Alexander Hume, a notable figure in the early modern period, meticulously explores the phonetic and grammatical structure of the Scots language. Written during the late 16th century, this seminal work serves as both a prescriptive grammar and a critique of the linguistic norms of Hume's time. Employing a didactic style, the text exemplifies the transitional phase of Scottish linguistics with its blend of scholarly rigor and practical application, carefully navigating the tensions between dialectal variation and emerging standards for written English. Hume's background as a schoolmaster and his engagement with the Protestant Reformation undoubtedly influenced his desire to document and preserve the vernacular tongue of his homeland. His educational pursuits and connection to the burgeoning Scottish Renaissance reflect a commitment to enhancing Scottish identity and intellectualism through language. Hume's writings underscore the cultural significance of linguistic clarity while asserting the value of Scots in literary and scholarly contexts. This work is essential for linguists, historians, and enthusiasts of Scottish culture alike. Hume's nuanced understanding of orthography and grammar not only enriches our comprehension of the Scots language but also illuminates the broader implications of language in identity formation. Readers are urged to dive into Hume's thoughtful discourse to appreciate the linguistic legacy that continues to resonate within Scottish heritage.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.12.2019
• Einführung: Dylan McAllister
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Dylan McAllister
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft
• Schlagworte: 17th century linguistics • academic language reference • British language evolution • Cultural History • Early works to 1800 • English grammar analysis • English Language • English literature • grammar • historical linguistic study • language • Language construction • language enthusiasts resource • Linguistic analysis • linguistic History • Linguistics • linguistic structures exploration • Literary Analysis • Orthography and spelling • orthography principles • scholarly language examination • Spelling • spelling conventions history