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Leicestershire Words, Phrases, And Proverbs

Leicestershire Words, Phrases, And Proverbs

Evans, Sebastian
Arthur Benoni Evans

Hardcover

General ReferenceLinguisticsGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9390400368
ISBN13: 9789390400362
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 2 2020
Pages: 336
Weight: 1.46
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Step into the heart of 19th century England with Arthur Benoni Evans's Leicestershire Words, Phrases, And Proverbs-a living tapestry of local speech, wit, and wisdom. Every page brims with the distinctive Leicestershire vernacular, offering a fascinating window into the regional dialect anthology that shaped everyday life. Here, the echoes of English folklore traditions and traditional British proverbs come alive, revealing the vibrant language and cultural expressions that defined a county and an era. This enduring English language collection is more than a catalogue of words: it is a cultural expressions guide and an invaluable educational reference book for language enthusiasts, historians, and collectors alike. Evans, a respected figure in historical linguistics study, meticulously gathered the folklore and sayings passed down through generations, preserving the wit and nuance of rural voices before they faded from memory. The result is a rare glimpse into the roots of English speech, a resource that delights both the curious reader and the dedicated scholar. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Discover a collector's gem that bridges past and present, inviting you to savour the richness of English folklore and the enduring charm of Arthur Benoni Evans's works.

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