English as a Global Language - Couverture souple

Crystal, David

 
9781107611801: English as a Global Language
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1107611806 ISBN 13 : 9781107611801
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2012

Synopsis

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 interested in the English language.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

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 interested in the English language.

Revue de presse

'... 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)

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
2012
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1107611806
ISBN 13 
9781107611801
Reliure
Broché
Numéro d'édition
2
Nombre de pages
228
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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9780521530323: English as a Global Language

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0521530326 ISBN 13 :  9780521530323
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2003
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