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Paperback. Condition: Like New. English in the World: History, Diversity, Change examines the English language as it has developed through history and is used across the globe today. The first half of the book outlines the history of the language from its fifth-century roots through its development as a national, a colonial, and now a global language. In the second half, the focus shifts to the diversity of the language today.The book explores varieties of English across the English-speaking world, as well as English-related varieties such as pidgins and creoles. It also examines complex processes of variation, hybridity and change in English, and in the shifting styles of individual speakers. Throughout, the focus is on the international nature of English and its use alongside other languages in a diverse range of communities.Drawing on the latest research and The Open University?s wide experience of writing accessible and innovative texts, this book:explains basic concepts and assumes no previous study of English or linguisticscontains a range of source material and commissioned readings to supplement chaptersincludes contributions from leading experts in their fields including Joan Beal, Suresh Canagarajah, David Crystal, Jonathan Hope, Kay McCormick, Miriam Meyerhoff, Rajend Mesthrie, Robert Podesva and Jennifer Smithhas a truly international scope, encompassing examples and case studies from the UK and North America, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Asia, and Africais illustrated in full colour to bring the fascinating study of the English language aliveincludes a comprehensive index as well as useful appendices showing the historical timeline of English and a brief introduction to the description of linguistic featuresEnglish in the World: History, Diversity, Change is essential reading for all students of English language studies.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. English in the World: History, Diversity, Change examines the English language as it has developed through history and is used across the globe today. The first half of the book outlines the history of the language from its fifth-century roots through its development as a national, a colonial, and now a global language. In the second half, the focus shifts to the diversity of the language today.The book explores varieties of English across the English-speaking world, as well as English-related varieties such as pidgins and creoles. It also examines complex processes of variation, hybridity and change in English, and in the shifting styles of individual speakers. Throughout, the focus is on the international nature of English and its use alongside other languages in a diverse range of communities.Drawing on the latest research and The Open University?s wide experience of writing accessible and innovative texts, this book:explains basic concepts and assumes no previous study of English or linguisticscontains a range of source material and commissioned readings to supplement chaptersincludes contributions from leading experts in their fields including Joan Beal, Suresh Canagarajah, David Crystal, Jonathan Hope, Kay McCormick, Miriam Meyerhoff, Rajend Mesthrie, Robert Podesva and Jennifer Smithhas a truly international scope, encompassing examples and case studies from the UK and North America, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Asia, and Africais illustrated in full colour to bring the fascinating study of the English language aliveincludes a comprehensive index as well as useful appendices showing the historical timeline of English and a brief introduction to the description of linguistic featuresEnglish in the World: History, Diversity, Change is essential reading for all students of English language studies.…

Condition: Good. Ships same or next business day with delivery confirmation. Good condition. May or may not contain highlighting. Expedited shipping available.

Condition: Acceptable. The cover has been repaired with book tape. Ships same or next business day with delivery confirmation. Acceptable condition. Contains highlighting. Expedited shipping available.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. English in the World: History, Diversity, Change (Worlds of English) 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. . …

Paperback. Condition: Good. English in the World: History, Diversity, Change examines the English language as it has developed through history and is used across the globe today. The first half of the book outlines the history of the language from its fifth-century roots through its development as a national, a colonial, and now a global language. In the second half, the focus shifts to the diversity of the language today.The book explores varieties of English across the English-speaking world, as well as English-related varieties such as pidgins and creoles. It also examines complex processes of variation, hybridity and change in English, and in the shifting styles of individual speakers. Throughout, the focus is on the international nature of English and its use alongside other languages in a diverse range of communities.Drawing on the latest research and The Open University?s wide experience of writing accessible and innovative texts, this book:explains basic concepts and assumes no previous study of English or linguisticscontains a range of source material and commissioned readings to supplement chaptersincludes contributions from leading experts in their fields including Joan Beal, Suresh Canagarajah, David Crystal, Jonathan Hope, Kay McCormick, Miriam Meyerhoff, Rajend Mesthrie, Robert Podesva and Jennifer Smithhas a truly international scope, encompassing examples and case studies from the UK and North America, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Asia, and Africais illustrated in full colour to bring the fascinating study of the English language aliveincludes a comprehensive index as well as useful appendices showing the historical timeline of English and a brief introduction to the description of linguistic featuresEnglish in the World: History, Diversity, Change is essential reading for all students of English language studies.…

Paperback. Condition: Like New. English in the World: History, Diversity, Change examines the English language as it has developed through history and is used across the globe today. The first half of the book outlines the history of the language from its fifth-century roots through its development as a national, a colonial, and now a global language. In the second half, the focus shifts to the diversity of the language today.The book explores varieties of English across the English-speaking world, as well as English-related varieties such as pidgins and creoles. It also examines complex processes of variation, hybridity and change in English, and in the shifting styles of individual speakers. Throughout, the focus is on the international nature of English and its use alongside other languages in a diverse range of communities.Drawing on the latest research and The Open University?s wide experience of writing accessible and innovative texts, this book:explains basic concepts and assumes no previous study of English or linguisticscontains a range of source material and commissioned readings to supplement chaptersincludes contributions from leading experts in their fields including Joan Beal, Suresh Canagarajah, David Crystal, Jonathan Hope, Kay McCormick, Miriam Meyerhoff, Rajend Mesthrie, Robert Podesva and Jennifer Smithhas a truly international scope, encompassing examples and case studies from the UK and North America, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Asia, and Africais illustrated in full colour to bring the fascinating study of the English language aliveincludes a comprehensive index as well as useful appendices showing the historical timeline of English and a brief introduction to the description of linguistic featuresEnglish in the World: History, Diversity, Change is essential reading for all students of English language studies.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. 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.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. TV Dot Com 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. .…

Paperback. 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.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

paperback. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing and/or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

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.

Condition: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. First Edition. [Boston]: Ploughshares / Emerson College. Fine. 2007 1933058064 . First edition. Magazine. Pictorial [John Walker] wrappers [about 5.5" x 8.5"], 229 pages plus ads. Fine copy. clph(plough).

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Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first printing of this collection of a short novel, two novelets and five short stories. Featured are The Stalking Tree by Thomas Burnett Swan (short novel), A Peripheral Affair by George RR Martin (novelet), When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears by John Morressy (novelet), Ralph 4F by John Sladek (short story), Outside by Barry N Malzberg (short story), Jeannette's Hands by Philip Latham (short story), Kite: Yellow and Green by Robert Lory (short story) and The Devil We Know by William Walling (short story). Slight edgewear. Age toning to the cover and pages. In Near Fine Condition.…

Condition: Good. : Este libro examina el idioma inglés tal como se ha desarrollado a través de la historia y se utiliza en todo el mundo hoy en día. La primera mitad del libro describe la historia del idioma desde sus raíces en el siglo V hasta su desarrollo como idioma nacional, colonial y ahora global. En la segunda mitad, la atención se centra en la diversidad del idioma en la actualidad. El libro explora las variedades de inglés en todo el mundo de habla inglesa, así como las variedades relacionadas con el inglés, como los pidgins y los criollos. También examina los complejos procesos de variación, hibridación y cambio en inglés, y en los estilos cambiantes de los hablantes individuales. A lo largo de todo el libro, la atención se centra en la naturaleza internacional del inglés y su uso junto con otros idiomas en una amplia gama de comunidades. EAN: 9780415674218 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Historia|Educación Título: English in the World Autor: Philip Seargeant| Joan Swann Editorial: Routledge Idioma: en Páginas: 376 Formato: tapa blanda.…

Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:9781575001777.…

paperback. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

Condition: acceptable. Significant shelf, storage or usage wear present that does not affect the readability of the book. A former library book with all the expected stamps, stickers and markings. The pages appear unmarked. Light staining on the cover. Staining on the bottom page edges. The binding is intact but cracking in several places, but all pages are present. Pictures available upon request. Individually inspected by Calla. Thanks for supporting an independent bookseller.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.

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Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.