Language Through Literature - An Introduction (Hardcover)

Paul Simpson

Series: Interface

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"Language Through Literature" provides a definitive introduction to the English language through the medium of English literature. Through the use of illustrations from poetry, prose and drama, this book offers a lively guide to important concepts and techniques in English language study.
Among the many topics covered in the book are the form and meaning of words, the structure of narrative discourses and the organization of dialogue and conversation. Each chapter explores a specific aspect of the modern English language using a combination of exposition and practical activities. Each chapter also provides points for further discussion and includes project work for use individually, or as part of a group.
Readers will find the author's selection and presentation of topics helpful, as Paul Simpson progressively widens the scope of topics from single words to the structure of whole conversations. "Language Through Literature" is designed for the non-specialist who is new to the study of the English language and will be particularly relevant to anyone interested in the in the relationship between the English language and English literature.

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Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Interface
Release date:	December 1996
First published:	1997
Authors:	Paul Simpson
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	238
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-14963-1
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Language & linguistics > General Books > Language & Literature > Language teaching & learning (other than ELT) > General Books > Language & Literature > Literature: history & criticism > Literary theory Promotions
LSN:	0-415-14963-0
Barcode:	9780415149631