The Oppressed English (1917)
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ISBN10: 1163883875
ISBN13: 9781163883877
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 92
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163883877
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 92
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Oppressed English is a book written by Ian Hay and published in 1917. The book is a satirical commentary on the state of the English language and its usage during the time period. Hay argues that the English language is being oppressed by the misuse of words and phrases, as well as the influence of other languages such as French and German.Throughout the book, Hay provides examples of the misuse of language in various contexts, including in literature, journalism, and everyday conversation. He also discusses the impact of slang and colloquialisms on the English language, and how they contribute to its degradation.Despite its critical tone, The Oppressed English is also a humorous and entertaining read, filled with witty observations and clever wordplay. Hay's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language.Overall, The Oppressed English is a thought-provoking and entertaining book that offers a unique perspective on the English language and its place in society.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.
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