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Sto caricando le informazioni... A Social History of English (1983)di Dick Leith
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A Social History of English is the first history of the English language to utilize the techniques, insights and concerns of sociolinguistics. Written in a non-technical way, it takes into account standardization, pidginization, bi- and multilingualism, the issues of language maintenance and language loyalty, and linguistic variation. This new edition has been fully revised. Additions include: * new material about 'New Englishes' across the world * a new chapter entitled 'A Critical Linguistic History of English Texts' * a discussion of problems involved in writing a history of English All terms and concepts are explained as they are introduced, and linguistic examples are chosen for their accessibility and intelligibility to the general reader. It will be of interest to students of Sociolinguistics, English Language, History and Cultural Studies. Non sono state trovate descrizioni di biblioteche |
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Google Books — Sto caricando le informazioni... GeneriSistema Decimale Melvil (DDC)420.9Language English English and Old English (Anglo-Saxon) English language--historyClassificazione LCVotoMedia:
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The author does not rewrite linguistic history, but fills in the broad framework by introducing sociolinguistic insights. This highlights both the English language and society, illuminating both with research. ( )