English And French In England, 1066-1100 (1921) - Paperback

English And French In England, 1066-1100 is a historical book written by Percy Van Dyke Shelly and published in 1921. The book explores the linguistic and cultural changes that occurred in England during the period of Norman Conquest from 1066 to 1100. Shelly examines the impact of the Norman invasion on the English language and the emergence of French as the language of the ruling class. He also discusses the social and political implications of this linguistic shift, including the rise of bilingualism and the development of a new aristocratic culture. The book is written in English and French, reflecting the bilingual nature of the society being studied. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English language and the cultural dynamics of medieval England.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.