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State Of The Language: English Observed
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The State of the Language: English Observed This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780140080865
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR002013786
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Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780140080865
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Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Ex-library book with stamps on the first page, it is also likely to have a small shelf number sticker on the spine. Seller Inventory # CHL10757365
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Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Seller Inventory # CHL4336391
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Very good paperback with very good text. Exterior has light shelfwear; otherwise in very good condition. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Seller Inventory # 292900
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Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,250grams, ISBN:9780140080865. Seller Inventory # 9046040
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Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,200grams, ISBN:9780140080865. Seller Inventory # 8663298
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Seller: Bookbot, Prague, Czech Republic
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Softcover. Condition: Fine. Abnutzung / Risse - leicht; Gebrochener Buchrücken / Seiten oder Softcover umgeknickt. Is the English language in decline? Many believe so, but Philip Howard, Literary Editor of The Times of London, disagrees. He offers a commonsensical perspective on the changes occurring in English, recognizing that while not all changes are beneficial, they are essential and healthy for a living language. Howard explores various aspects of the language, including grammar, pronunciation, spelling, punctuation, dialect, and slang. He analyzes the impact of new technologies, from cable TV to photocomposition, on English and the emergence of new dialects. He navigates the nuances of euphemism and the pitfalls of cliché, questioning whether the language is evolving as rapidly as perceived and the reasons behind it. Howard advocates for directing and controlling changes in English to enhance its power, while also encouraging us to embrace its richness where we cannot. With his characteristic wit and erudition, he urges us to engage with the language thoughtfully, rather than lament its evolution. Seller Inventory # e18e1ff4-f6bf-4307-b068-c6c44320fe9a
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