English as a Global Language
David Crystal
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Description for English as a Global Language
Paperback. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this book is ideal for general readers interested in the English language. Series: Canto Classics. Num Pages: 224 pages, 11 maps 5 tables. BIC Classification: 2AB; CF. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 142 x 218 x 13. Weight in Grams: 338. Series: Canto Classics. 228 pages, 11 maps 5 tables. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this book is ideal for general readers interested in the English language. Cateogry: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: 2AB; CF. Dimension: 142 x 218 x 13. Weight: 332.
David Crystal's classic English as a Global Language considers the history, present status and future of the English language, focusing on its role as the leading international language. English has been deemed the most 'successful' language ever, with 1500 million speakers internationally, presenting a difficult task to those who wish to investigate it in its entirety. However, Crystal explores the subject in a measured but engaging way, always backing up observations with facts and figures. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers ... Read more
David Crystal's classic English as a Global Language considers the history, present status and future of the English language, focusing on its role as the leading international language. English has been deemed the most 'successful' language ever, with 1500 million speakers internationally, presenting a difficult task to those who wish to investigate it in its entirety. However, Crystal explores the subject in a measured but engaging way, always backing up observations with facts and figures. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Series
Canto Classics
Condition
New
Weight
329g
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781107611801
SKU
V9781107611801
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Reviews for English as a Global Language
'… the perfect introduction by an acknowledged linguistic expert.' Observer 'This is a fascinating and useful book … a fine introduction for a wide variety of potential users.' Choice 'This book is perfect for those just starting to learn about the world of global language.' Christie DeBlasio, The Linguist List (linguistlist.org)