Publisher's Synopsis
Series B. Reprint Glossaries (1873) is a book written by Walter W. Skeat. It is a collection of glossaries that were originally published in the 19th century. The book is part of a series of reprints of historical glossaries and dictionaries, which were compiled to help scholars and researchers understand the language and culture of the past. The glossaries in this book cover a wide range of topics, including Old English, Middle English, and dialects of English spoken in various regions of England. Each glossary includes a detailed introduction and notes on the sources and meanings of the words. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English language and its development over time.Contains North Of England Words; Provincialisms Of East Yorkshire; Provincialisms Of East Norfolk; Provincialisms Of The Vale Of Glocester; Provincialisms Of The Midland Counties; Provincialisms Of West Devonshire; A Glossary Of Words Used In The West Riding Of Yorkshire.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.
