Dictionnaire du patois du pays de Bray by J.-E. Decorde
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Decorde, J.-E. (Jean-Eugène), 1811-1881
French
"Dictionnaire du patois du pays de Bray" by L'abbé J.-E. Decorde is a linguistic and cultural reference work written in the mid-19th century. The book serves as a glossary of the local dialect spoken in the Bray region of Normandy, detailing unique words, phrases, and expressions that are at risk of disappearing. It highlights the significance of p...
presents an introduction to the author's motivations and challenges in documenting the patois of the Bray region. Decorde reflects on the historical context in which the patois has evolved, emphasizing the influences of various languages and cultural changes over time. He intends to provide a record of the language as it is spoken by the common people, acknowledging that as time passes, the patois will likely fade, making this compilation a crucial effort for future generations interested in the origins of their language and locally rooted identities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Melissa Johnson
2 months agoIt’s rare that I write reviews, but the clarity of explanations makes revisiting sections worthwhile. Worth every second of your time.
Mason Ramirez
1 month agoAfter completing the first chapter, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. It exceeded all my expectations.
Christopher Lewis
1 month agoIn my opinion, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. A solid resource I will return to often.
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Lucas Martin
3 months agoI approached this with curiosity because the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. It was exactly what I needed right now.