A Sociolinguistic History of British English Lexicography (Paperback, 1)

Introduction Chapter One The Latin roots in English dictionaries and the inception of English lexicographical culture Chapter Two The early development of English bilingual lexicography and its deviation from Latin traditions Chapter Three The bourgeoning of English monolingual dictionary paradigm and the extension of bilingual dictionary traditions in the 17th century Chapter Four The termination of hard-word traditions in English lexicography and its pursuit of prescriptivism Chapter Five The European philological traditions and the creation of the diachronic dictionary paradigm in the 19th century Chapter Six The transformation of lexicographical traditions and the prosperity of British English lexicography Chapter Seven English lexicography?accomplishments, developments and prospects Major References Major referenced websites Index of Lexicographers