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The English Language
David Crystal
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Description for The English Language
Paperback. Provides a survey of the English language in its various forms. This book describes the structure of the language, the uses of English throughout the world and provides a history of English. It includes a chapter on 'The effect of technology' on the English language. Num Pages: 336 pages, line drawings, maps, index. BIC Classification: 2AB; CF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 130 x 16. Weight in Grams: 238.
This is the definitive survey of the English language - in all its forms. Crystal writes accessibly about the structure of the language, the uses of English throughout the world and finally he gives a brief history of English. The book has been fully revised and there is a fascinating new chapter on 'The effect of technology' on the English language. 'Illuminating guided tour of our common treasure by one of its most lucid and sensible professionals' The Times 'A splendid blend of erudition and entertainment' THES
This is the definitive survey of the English language - in all its forms. Crystal writes accessibly about the structure of the language, the uses of English throughout the world and finally he gives a brief history of English. The book has been fully revised and there is a fascinating new chapter on 'The effect of technology' on the English language. 'Illuminating guided tour of our common treasure by one of its most lucid and sensible professionals' The Times 'A splendid blend of erudition and entertainment' THES
Product Details
Publisher
Penguin London
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
Weight
235 g
Number of Pages
336
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780141003962
SKU
V9780141003962
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99-99
About David Crystal
David Crystal is Honorary Professor of Linguistics at the University of Wales, Bangor. He is one of the most highly respected commentators on the English Language. He lives in Holyhead. His titles for Penguin include Words on Words, Language Play, Listen to Your Child. He is currently working on The Penguin Shakespeare Glossary for publication 08/02.
Reviews for The English Language
'A splendid blend of erudition and entertainment' THES