Changing English examines the history of English from its origins
in the fifth century to the present day. It focuses on the radical
changes that have taken place in the structure of English over a
millennium and a half, detailing the influences of migration,
colonialism and many other historical, social and cultural
phenomena. Expert authors illustrate and analyze dialects, accents
and the shifting styles of individual speakers as they respond to
changing circumstances. The reader is introduced to many key
debates relating to the English language, illustrated by specific
examples of data in context.
Including key material retained from the earlier bestselling
book, English: History, Diversity and Change, this new book has
been thoroughly reorganised and updated with entirely new material.
Changing English:
- explains basic concepts, easily located through a comprehensive
index
- includes contributions by experts in the field, such as David
Crystal, David Graddol, Dick Leith, Lynda Mugglestone and Joan
Swann
- contains a range of source material and commissioned readings
to supplement chapters.
Changing English makes an essential contribution to the field of
English language studies.
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