Description
| Product ID: | 9780415835329 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Introducing Global Englishes |
| Authors: | Author: Heath Rose, Nicola Galloway |
| Page Count: | 292 |
| Subjects: | Language: history and general works, Language: history & general works, Sociolinguistics, Literature: history and criticism, Sociolinguistics, Literature: history & criticism |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Introducing Global Englishes provides comprehensive coverage of relevant research in the fields of World Englishes, English as a Lingua Franca, and English as an international language. The book aims to increase students’ awareness of the current sociolinguistic uses of the English language, and also explains key concepts connected to the historical and contemporary spread of English; explores the social, economic, educational, and political implications of the rise of English as a world language; and includes comprehensive case studies, research tasks, and online resources. Introducing Global Englishes is essential reading for students coming to this subject for the first time. Introducing Global Englishes provides comprehensive coverage of relevant research in the fields of World Englishes, English as a Lingua Franca, and English as an International Language. The book introduces students to the current sociolinguistic uses of the English language, using a range of engaging and accessible examples from newspapers (Observer, Independent, Wall Street Journal), advertisements, and television shows. The book:
Introducing Global Englishes is essential reading for students coming to this subject for the first time. |
| Imprint Name: | Routledge |
| Publisher Name: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2015-01-15 |
