American Language
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H. L. Mencken's *The American Language* is a comprehensive and authoritative study of the differences between American and British English. Mencken examines the history, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and intonation of the two dialects, and he traces their development from their common origins in the English language of the 17th century. Mencken's work is a classic of American linguistics, and it remains an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language.Book Details
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