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Crystal, David

 
9780521401791: The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 0521401798 ISBN 13 : 9780521401791
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 1995

Synopsis

A revolution in language publishing Superbly illustrated in colour throughout, this is the most comprehensive reference book on the history, structure and worldwide use of English ever written. Clear and accessible, the book abounds with insights into how the language evolved and how it works. All aspects of English are covered: • the history of English • grammar, pronunciation and spelling • spoken and written English • regional and social variations - accents and dialects • new words, jargon, slang and clichés • English in use - in science, law, politics, advertising, the media … • the huge range and creativity of the English vocabulary • language in literature and language in humour • teaching and learning the language • English as a world language • the future of English Photographs, advertisements, cartoons, quotations, newspaper cuttings, poems, anecdotes and examples vividly complement the text throughout, bringing life, surprise and humour to even the most complex topics. No language student or language lover should be without this unique and fascinating book.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

A revolution in language publishing Superbly illustrated in colour throughout, this is the most comprehensive reference book on the history, structure and worldwide use of English ever written. Clear and accessible, the book abounds with insights into how the language evolved and how it works. All aspects of English are covered: • the history of English • grammar, pronunciation and spelling • spoken and written English • regional and social variations - accents and dialects • new words, jargon, slang and clichés • English in use - in science, law, politics, advertising, the media … • the huge range and creativity of the English vocabulary • language in literature and language in humour • teaching and learning the language • English as a world language • the future of English Photographs, advertisements, cartoons, quotations, newspaper cuttings, poems, anecdotes and examples vividly complement the text throughout, bringing life, surprise and humour to even the most complex topics. No language student or language lover should be without this unique and fascinating book.

Revue de presse

'David Crystal is phenomenal ... (This) is a prodigious achievement ... The book combines breadth of range, imaginative insight, deep understanding and ... is pervasively readable and stimulating.' Lord Randolph Quirk

'David Crystal's scholarship is seemingly boundless, and faultless in every respect. The result is an awesome scholarly creation, very well suited to the learning styles of our times, and an extraordinary reference and lending bargain at its price of £17.95.' Reference Reviews

'The Cambridge Encyclopedia of English Language (is) perhaps the most brilliant book of the past ten years...what makes it most impressive is that this stupendous work of scholarship, which combines physiology, philology and literary criticism, is, unbelievably, the work of one sole author.' Globe and Mail

'A treasure trove of information.' Good Book Guide

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
1995
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521401798
ISBN 13 
9780521401791
Reliure
Relié
Numéro d'édition
1
Nombre de pages
500
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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