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The American Language: A Preliminary Inquiry into the Development of English in the United States
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The American Language: A Preliminary Inquiry into the Development of English in the United States

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H. L. (Henry Louis) Mencken
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Mencken's provocative argument that American English is not a corruption but a distinct language with its own logic and vitality challenged linguistic hierarchies of his time. This early treatise remains essential for understanding how language carries cultural identity and resistance.

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H. L. (Henry Louis) Mencken (1880–1956) is a classic author whose works are in the public domain.

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FormatEbook
File TypeEPUB
Pages432
LanguageEnglish
ISBNpg-43376
PublishedJune 1, 1926
Added to StoreJanuary 1, 1900

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