Current English: A Study of Present-Day Usages and Tendencies, Including Pronunciation, Spelling, Grammatical Practice, Word-Coining, and the Shifting of Meanings

The book is bound in black cloth with noticeable wear consistent with its age. The spine shows some fading, and the corners are slightly bumped. No dust jacket is present. Inside, the pages are clean but show typical age-related toning. A handwritten inscription is visible on the front endpaper. The binding remains intact and firm.

"Current English: A Study of Present-Day Usages and Tendencies" by Arthur G. Kennedy, published by Ginn and Company in Boston, 1935, offers a comprehensive examination of the English language as it stood in the early 20th century. Kennedy, a Professor of English Philology at Stanford University, delves into the intricacies of pronunciation, spelling, grammatical practices, and word-coining. This work is significant for those interested in historical linguistics and the evolution of English usage. While the edition specifics are unknown, this copy is notable for its original 1935 publication date. The book is bound in black cloth with no dust jacket, and it includes a handwritten inscription. The physical condition reflects its age, with some wear evident. This volume is a valuable addition to collections focused on linguistics and historical language studies.