An Inquiry Into The Character And Origin Of The Possessive Augment: In English And In Cognate Dialects (1864)

An Inquiry Into The Character And Origin Of The Possessive Augment: In English And In Cognate Dialects (1864) by James Manning is a linguistic study that explores the use and evolution of the possessive augment in English and related dialects. The book discusses the various forms and meanings of the possessive augment, its historical development, and its use in different languages and dialects. The author examines the grammatical rules and conventions that govern the use of the possessive augment and provides examples from a wide range of sources, including Old English texts, Middle English literature, and modern English writing. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the similarities and differences between the possessive augment in English and in related dialects such as German and Dutch. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for linguists, scholars of English language and literature, and anyone interested in the history and evolution of language.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.