Word Book Of Virginia Folk Speech (1912) - Paperback

The Word Book Of Virginia Folk Speech, written by Bennett Wood Green and originally published in 1912, is a comprehensive collection of words and phrases commonly used by the people of Virginia during the early 20th century. The book is organized alphabetically and includes a wide range of terms, from everyday expressions to regional slang and dialects. The author, a professor of English at the University of Virginia, spent years researching and compiling this book, which serves as a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the language and culture of Virginia. The Word Book Of Virginia Folk Speech provides a fascinating glimpse into the unique linguistic traditions of this southern state, and is an essential read for anyone looking to understand the rich history and culture of Virginia.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.