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The Older Scots Vowels

The Older Scots Vowels A History of the Stressed Vowels of Older Scots from the Beginnings to the Eighteenth Century - STS

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Publisher's Synopsis

Offers a comprehensive linguistic exploration delving into the intricate evolution of vowel sounds in the Scots language during its earlier stages. The author scrutinizes historical texts and phonetic changes, offering valuable insights into the development of vowel systems and their impact on the linguistic landscape of Older Scots. This scholarly work provides a meticulous analysis, making it an essential resource for linguists, historians, and enthusiasts interested in the rich linguistic heritage of Scotland.

About the Publisher

Scottish Text Society

Boydell & Brewer Ltd was formed in 1978. It merged two companies, Boydell Press and D.S. Brewer, whose founders, Richard Barber and Derek Brewer, were themselves scholars - Brewer a Chaucer specialist and subsequently Professor of English and Master of Emmanuel College, Barber a medieval historian and Arthurian. Richard Barber is still a highly active scholar and continues to publish eminently in his own right and offers a vast amount of knowledge and experience to Boydell & Brewer.

Book information

ISBN: 9781897976180
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Imprint: Scottish Text Society
Pub date:
DEWEY: 427.9411
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 225
Weight: 567g
Height: 234mm
Width: 157mm
Spine width: 18mm