Readings for the History of the English Language

This hardcover edition is in good condition, with the binding remaining strong and intact. The cover shows minor wear, typical for a book of its age, but no significant damage is present. There is no dust jacket visible, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings.

"Readings for the History of the English Language" by Charles T. Scott and Jon L. Erickson is a scholarly compilation published by Allyn and Bacon, Inc. in 1968. This hardcover edition is a significant resource for those interested in the evolution and history of the English language. Authored by esteemed professors from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, this book offers a comprehensive collection of readings that explore linguistic developments over time. While the book's first publication details are not specified, this particular printing stands as a testament to mid-20th-century academic efforts to document and analyze linguistic history. The condition of this copy is good, with the hardcover showing minor wear consistent with age. This work is an essential addition to collections focusing on linguistics and historical language studies.