American English: History, Structure, and Usage - Softcover

Amberg, Julie S

Softcover

ISBN 10: 052161788X ISBN 13: 9780521617888

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2010

Synopsis

This lively introduction to the study of language explores American English and its place within contemporary society, highlighting the role of language in our daily lives. Beginning with a definition of language, the text unpacks the basic concepts used in linguistics, placing them in the context of real-life situations. Using examples from popular culture, the authors show how the study of language is relevant to students' experience. Teachers and students will appreciate the book's innovative structure, designed to build an understanding of how different aspects of language work together. A variety of exercises - individual, group, discussion, research – is provided to support every teaching style. Imaginatively organised and fun to use, American English is the ideal guide to language study for students taking the subject as a general education requirement, beginning undergraduates in linguistics, and future teachers of English.

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Review:

'A very user-friendly textbook: the chapters and examples will appeal to a wide range of students of American English, and they will find support in the excellent glossary, tables, thought-provoking exercises, and online links. I will certainly use it.' Kathy Lyday-Lee, Professor of Literature and Linguistics, Elon University

'This all-in-one textbook features a friendly style, informative text boxes, and exercises that will be very attractive to students in an introductory English language course.' Bill Kretzschmar, University of Georgia

Book Description:

This lively introduction to the study of language explores American English and its place within contemporary society. Imaginatively organised and fun to use, it is the ideal guide to language study for students taking the subject as a general education requirement, beginning undergraduates in linguistics, and future teachers of English.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 052161788X
• ISBN 13: 9780521617888
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 244