Lectures on the English Language (1863)

Lectures On The English Language is a book written by George P. Marsh and published in 1863. The book is a collection of lectures given by Marsh during his tenure as a professor of English at Columbia College in New York City. The lectures cover a wide range of topics related to the English language, including its history, grammar, pronunciation, and usage. Marsh's approach to the subject is both scholarly and practical, with a focus on helping readers to understand and use the language effectively. Throughout the book, Marsh draws on examples from literature, history, and everyday life to illustrate his points and make the material accessible to a wide audience. Overall, Lectures On The English Language is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of language, and a fascinating glimpse into the state of English language scholarship in the mid-19th century.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.