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Author: W.J. Kirwin Publisher: University of Toronto Press ISBN: 1442690658 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 858
Book Description
The Dictionary of Newfoundland English, first published in 1982 to regional, national, and international acclaim, is a historical dictionary that gives the pronunciations and definitions for words that the editors have called "Newfoundland English." The varieties of English spoken in Newfoundland date back four centuries, mainly to the early seventeenth-century migratory English fishermen of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, and Somerset, and to the seventeenth- to the nineteenth-century immigrants chiefly from southeastern Ireland. Culled from a vast reading of books, newspapers, and magazines, this book is the most sustained reading ever undertaken of the written words of this province. The dictionary gives not only the meaning of words, but also presents each word with its variant spellings. Moreover, each definition is succeeded by an all-important quotation of usage which illustrates the typical context in which word is used. This well-researched, impressive work of scholarship illustrates how words and phrases have evolved and are used in everyday speech and writing in a specific geographical area. The Dictionary of Newfoundland English is one of the most important, comprehensive, and thorough works dealing with Newfoundland. Its publication, a great addition to Newfoundlandia, Canadiana, and lexicography, provides more than a regional lexicon. In fact, this entertaining and delightful book presents a panoramic view of the social, cultural, and natural history, as well as the geography and economics, of the quintessential lifestyle of one of Canada's oldest European-settled areas. This second edition contains a supplement offering approximately 1500 new or expanded entries, an increase of more than 30 per cent over the first edition. Besides new words, the supplement includes modified and additional senses of old words and fresh derivations and usages.
Author: W.J. Kirwin Publisher: University of Toronto Press ISBN: 1442690658 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 858
Book Description
The Dictionary of Newfoundland English, first published in 1982 to regional, national, and international acclaim, is a historical dictionary that gives the pronunciations and definitions for words that the editors have called "Newfoundland English." The varieties of English spoken in Newfoundland date back four centuries, mainly to the early seventeenth-century migratory English fishermen of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, and Somerset, and to the seventeenth- to the nineteenth-century immigrants chiefly from southeastern Ireland. Culled from a vast reading of books, newspapers, and magazines, this book is the most sustained reading ever undertaken of the written words of this province. The dictionary gives not only the meaning of words, but also presents each word with its variant spellings. Moreover, each definition is succeeded by an all-important quotation of usage which illustrates the typical context in which word is used. This well-researched, impressive work of scholarship illustrates how words and phrases have evolved and are used in everyday speech and writing in a specific geographical area. The Dictionary of Newfoundland English is one of the most important, comprehensive, and thorough works dealing with Newfoundland. Its publication, a great addition to Newfoundlandia, Canadiana, and lexicography, provides more than a regional lexicon. In fact, this entertaining and delightful book presents a panoramic view of the social, cultural, and natural history, as well as the geography and economics, of the quintessential lifestyle of one of Canada's oldest European-settled areas. This second edition contains a supplement offering approximately 1500 new or expanded entries, an increase of more than 30 per cent over the first edition. Besides new words, the supplement includes modified and additional senses of old words and fresh derivations and usages.
Author: Lawrence Millman Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt ISBN: 9780618082483 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 260
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A classic of northern exploration and adventure, LAST PLACES is Lawrence Millman's marvelously told account of his journey along the ancient Viking sea routes that extend from Norway to Newfoundland. Traveling through landscapes of transcendent desolation, Millman wandered by way of the Shetland Islands, the Faeroes, Iceland, Greenland, and Labrador. His way was marked by surprising human encounters--with a convicted murderer in Reykjavik, an Inuit hermit in Greenland, an Icelandic guide who leads him to a place called Hell, and a Newfoundlander who warns him about the local variant of the Abominable Snowman. By turns earthy and lyrical, LAST PLACES is an ebullient celebration of the exotic North.
Author: C. H. Palmer Publisher: [Boston? : s.n.], 1928 (Boston : Farrington Print.) ISBN: Category : Atlantic salmon Languages : en Pages : 282
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This is a tourism booklet containing information about salmon fishing in Newfoundland. Included are the methods of travel one can use to reach the island, and lists of the salmon fishing rivers broken down by region. Details such as the game laws pertaining to salmon fishing in Newfoundland, places to stay, and lists of both river guides and wardens are also given.
Author: Patrick Karl O'Brien Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA ISBN: 019521921X Category : Atlases Languages : en Pages : 314
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Synthesizing exceptional cartography and impeccable scholarship, this edition traces 12,000 years of history with 450 maps and over 200,000 words of text. 200 illustrations.
Author: Thomas A. Rumney Publisher: Scarecrow Press ISBN: 0810867184 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 801
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Canadian Geography: A Scholarly Bibliography is a compendium of published works on geographical studies of Canada and its various provinces. It includes works on geographical studies of Canada as a whole, on multiple provinces, and on individual provinces. Works covered include books, monographs, atlases, book chapters, scholarly articles, dissertations, and theses. The contents are organized first by region into main chapters, and then each chapter is divided into sections: General Studies, Cultural and Social Geography, Economic Geography, Historical Geography, Physical Geography, Political Geography, and Urban Geography. Each section is further sub-divided into specific topics within each main subject. All known publications on the geographical studies of Canada—in English, French, and other languages—covering all types of geography are included in this bibliography. It is an essential resource for all researchers, students, teachers, and government officials needing information and references on the varied aspects of the environments and human geographies of Canada.
Author: Insight Guides Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited ISBN: 1839053070 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 226
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Insight Guides Explore Maritimes and Newfoundland Travel made easy. Ask local experts. Focused travel guide featuring the very best routes and itineraries. Discover the best of Maritimes and Newfoundland with this unique travel guide, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see, top attractions like the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia in Halifax, Johnson Geo Centre in St John's or Cape Spear Lighthouse in the Avalon Peninsula, to discovering cultural gems, including munching our way around the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market, hiking the rugged trails of Gros Morne National Park or taking in the multi-coloured mansions of Lunenburg in Nova Scotia, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, and help you plan and enhance your visit to Maritimes and Newfoundland. Features of this travel guide to Maritimes and Newfoundland: - 15 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat and drink along the way - Local highlights: discover the area's top attractions and unique sights, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Historical and cultural insights: immerse yourself in Maritimes and Newfoundland's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions - Insider recommendations: discover the best hotels, restaurants and nightlife using our comprehensive listings - Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Covers: St John's Walk, The Irish Loop, The Baccalieu Trail, The Bonavista Peninsula, The Kittiwake Coast, Gros Morne National Park, Viking Trail, Trans-Labrador Highway, Halifax Walk, Cape Breton Island: The Cabot Trail, South Shore and the Annapolis Valley, Charlottetown Walk, Pei Road-Trip, Saint John Walk, The Fundy Coastal Drive. Looking for a comprehensive guide to Canada? Check out Insight Guides Explore Canada for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
Author: W.J. Kirwin
Author: W.J. Kirwin
Author: Lawrence Millman
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