Variety in Contemporary English / Edition 1

by W.R. O'Donnell, LORETO Todd

Overview

First Published in 1992. This is an exploration of the complex kinds of variation which occur in and between written and spoken English. Dialect, Pidgeon and Creole English are examined and the types of lingustics employed in advertising, literature and the classroom are discussed. The book is intended as an introduction to the study of English language. It is aimed primarily at college and university students, particularly thosed who are likely to find themselves teaching a language. It may also appeal to teachers, the general reader and sixth form pupils.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415084376
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	10/03/1991
Edition description:	2nd ed
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

O'Donnell, W.R.; Todd, LORETO

Table of Contents

Preface Conventions Speech and Writing Dialects, Accents and Standards Pidgins and Creoles Style English and the Media English in Advertising English in Literature English in the Classroom Index