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The American Language by H. L. Mencken

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Book name: The American Language (2024)
Category: Dialect
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Language: English
Publication data: Jan. 1, 1919, midnight
This book is a comprehensive study of the English language as it is spoken in the United States. It explores the unique linguistic characteristics, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar that distinguish American English from British English. The author also delves into the influences of other languages on American English, the evolution of American slang, and the regional dialects across the United States, providing a detailed and insightful analysis of the American language. The 2068th greatest book of all time

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H. L. Mencken

H. L. Mencken

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