This collection of text fragments is a valuable resource for studying informal non-literary English from the early modern period. The texts are suitable for language level C1–C2 and appropriate for teaching, research, and self-study.
Content and structure
The book is divided into eight thematic sections:
- Private diaries
- Personal diaries and accounts
- Autobiographical material
- Letters
- Personal documents (such as wills and contracts)
- Official documents by inexperienced writers
- Trial records of oral evidence
- Records of witness statements as basis for lawsuits
The texts are organized by type and provided with a short linguistic and explanatory commentary. Each chapter contains a photographic image of a text manuscript.
Additional resources
In addition to a general introduction, the book includes a linguistic summary, a glossary, and a bibliography with sources.
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