English as a Global Language
Author(s): David Crystal
A timely and informative account of the phenomenon of English as a global language.
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'The perfect introduction by an acknowledged linguistic expert.' Robert McCrum, The Observer 'Immensely authoritative ... sets a new standard in the popularisation of linguistics.' Sir John Hanson, Times Higher Education Supplement 'Crystal is a master of academic documentary ... He presents enough facts and figures to make readers feel that they are getting good value for money. This book is a good mix of outline facts and good sense about language.' Times Educational Supplement
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Preface; 1. Why a global language? 2. Why English? The historical context; 3. Why English? The cultural foundation; 4. Why English? The cultural legacy; 5. The future of global English; Further reading; Index.
General Fields
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- : ucmbt1
- : ucmbt1
- : 0.323
- : 05 June 1997
- : 216mm X 138mm X 15mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : David Crystal
- : Hardback
- : 420
- : 160
- : 11 maps