English As A Global Language

Author: David Crystal

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  • : 05 June 1997
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Barcode 9780521592475
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Description

A timely and informative account of the phenomenon of English as a global language.

Reviews

'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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Table of contents

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.

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