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History of English (Language Workbooks) By Jonathan Culpeper. 97
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- Title
- History of English (Language Workbooks)
- ISBN
- 9781138891753
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10
1138891754
ISBN-13
9781138891753
eBay Product ID (ePID)
219344658
Product Key Features
Educational Level
High School, Elementary School
Number of Pages
150 Pages
Publication Name
History of English
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Subject
Communication Studies, Linguistics / Semantics, Linguistics / Historical & Comparative, Linguistics / General
Type
Study Guide
Subject Area
Language Arts & Disciplines
Series
Language Workbooks Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
10.7 Oz
Item Length
9.7 in
Item Width
7.4 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number
3
Intended Audience
Elementary/High School
LCCN
2015-002434
Dewey Edition
2 3
Reviews
History of English continues to be a great resource for students and teachers alike. This third edition provides even more ideas for discussion and further study, and the new chapter on letters and punctuation adds another valuable dimension. If any workbook can make this slightly daunting subject accessible, this one certainly can. Kim Ballard , formerly Chief Examiner for A level English Language and Head of English at Esher College, UK. This course book is a great introduction to the field and an invaluable resource for both students and teachers. Written in a clear and accessible style, it stimulates discussion and encourages students to carry out empirical research. Anita Auer , University of Lausanne, Switzerland
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
420.9
Table Of Content
Acknowledgements Using this book 1 The birth of English: clues in placenames 2 Investigating change in English 3 Marks on the page: letters and punctuation 4 Spellings and speech sounds 5 Borrowing words 6 New words from old 7 Changing meanings 8 Grammar I: nouns and inflections 9 Grammar II: verbs, inflections and word-order 10 Dialects in England 11 Standardisation 12 World Englishes Appendix Index
Edition Description
Revised edition,New Edition
Synopsis
History of English provides an essential introduction and workbook for students coming to this subject for the first time. Introducing key linguistics concepts, this book examines the history of the English language in order to explain the English that is used today. It incorporates 'discussion points' to generate debate; involves readers in collecting and analyzing their own data; and contains a 'mini-corpus' of texts, used for exercises and to illustrate points raised in the commentary. Revised throughout, this new edition contains an updated internet resource section and bibliography, and a brand new chapter on punctuation., Routledge Language Workbooks provide absolute beginners with practical introductions to core areas of language study. Books in the series provide comprehensive coverage of the area as well as a basis for further investigation. Each Language Workbook guides the reader through the subject using 'hands-on' language analysis, equipping them with the basic analytical skills needed to handle a wide range of data. Written in a clear and simple style, with all technical concepts fully explained, Language Workbooks can be used for independent study or as part of a taught class. History of English: * examines the history of the English language in order to explain the English that is used today * introduces key linguistic concepts * provides 'discussion points' to generate debate * encourages readers to think critically about the subject * involves readers in collecting and analysing their own data * contains a 'mini-corpus' of texts, used for exercises and to illustrate points raised in the commentary Revised throughout, this updated edition integrates the latest research on the history of English, including an additional chapter on English letters and punctuation, and an updated bibliography. History of English, 3rd edition provides an essential introduction and workbook for students coming to this subject for the first time., Routledge Language Workbooks provide absolute beginners with practical introductions to core areas of language study. Books in the series provide comprehensive coverage of the area as well as a basis for further investigation. Each Language Workbook guides the reader through the subject using 'hands-on' language analysis, equipping them with the basic analytical skills needed to handle a wide range of data. Written in a clear and simple style, with all technical concepts fully explained, Language Workbooks can be used for independent study or as part of a taught class. History of English : - examines the history of the English language in order to explain the English that is used today - introduces key linguistic concepts - provides 'discussion points' to generate debate - encourages readers to think critically about the subject - involves readers in collecting and analysing their own data - contains a 'mini-corpus' of texts, used for exercises and to illustrate points raised in the commentary Revised throughout, this updated edition integrates the latest research on the history of English, including an additional chapter on English letters and punctuation, and an updated bibliography. History of English, 3rd edition provides an essential introduction and workbook for students coming to this subject for the first time.
LC Classification Number
PE1075.C85 2015
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