'Contextualising a vocabulary of the Anglo-Manx dialect: developing Manx identities'

Date(s): March 2001

Creator(s): Maddrell, Breesha Catherine

Scope & Content: PhD thesis submitted to the University of Liverpool whilst attached to the Centre for Manx Studies, Douglas. Examines the relationship between Manx-English and Anglo-Manx varieties of dialect and begins to dismantle the transitory period from Manx Gaelic to Anglo-Manx and its effect on developing Manx identities. Chapter headings: 1. The context of research into MxE: a discussion of approaches and terminology; 2. Language and nation: reconstruction and revival; 3. Parallel developments in cultural and linguistic revival: Ireland and the Isle of Man; 4. The Sophia Morrison Circle; 5. Historical context and sources for 'A Vocabulary of the Anglo-Manx Dialect'; 6. The legacy of the 'Vocabulary': Kneale's 'English Passengers'. The abstract asserts that the thesis presents a fresh perspective to the history of the Manx revival, providing insight into the motivations and achievements of key revivalist figures. The work is intended primarily as a basis for further research into varieties of English spoken in the Isle of Man. Included in appendices: 1. Regarding the debate over the origins of adopting the Cushag as the national flower of the Isle of Man; 2. Sale of the Manx Empire, Mona's Herald 12 April 1882 spoof article in Manx newspapers; 3. Canon Savage's parable: Lingua Monensis.

Language: English

Extent: 1 volume

Item name: Thesis

Collection: Manuscript Archive

Level: ITEM

ID number: MS 10508

Record class: Private

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