The American Language by H. L. Mencken

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Author Mencken, H. L. (Henry Louis), 1880-1956
Title The American Language
A Preliminary Inquiry into the Development of English in the United States
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Summary "The American Language" by H. L. Mencken is a critical inquiry into the development of English as it is spoken in the United States, written in the early 20th century. The book explores the distinct differences in vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and usage between American English and British English, as observed by the author through his extensive experience as a journalist and editor. It aims to address the lack of comprehensive literature on the subject, filling a gap by articulating the unique features that define American English. At the start of the work, Mencken delves into his motivation for writing, noting the inadequacy of existing literature regarding the differences between American and British English. He references historical figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Noah Webster, who anticipated the evolution of a distinctly American dialect, emphasizing the influence of American culture, environment, and innovation. Mencken outlines the neglect of American vernacular by scholars and the need for a deeper understanding and acceptance of American English as a legitimate and evolving language distinct from its British roots. The opening sets the stage for a thorough exploration of topics such as pronunciation, slang, and the impact of immigration on the language. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PE: Language and Literatures: English
Subject English language
Subject Americanisms
Subject Names -- United States
Subject Names, Personal -- United States
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EBook-No. 43376
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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