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English As a Global Language

Author: David Crystal   Series: Canto Classics

Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this book is ideal for general readers interested in the English language.

Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers interested in the English language.

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Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this book is ideal for general readers interested in the English language.

Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers interested in the English language.

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Description

David Crystal's classic English as a Global Language considers the history, present status and future of the English language, focusing on its role as the leading international language. English has been deemed the most 'successful' language ever, with 1500 million speakers internationally, presenting a difficult task to those who wish to investigate it in its entirety. However, Crystal explores the subject in a measured but engaging way, always backing up observations with facts and figures. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers interested in the English language.

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Critic Reviews

“'This is a fascinating and useful book... a fine introduction for a wide variety of potential users.' Choice”

'... the perfect introduction by an acknowledged linguistic expert.' Observer 'This is a fascinating and useful book ... a fine introduction for a wide variety of potential users.' Choice 'This book is perfect for those just starting to learn about the world of global language.' Christie DeBlasio, The Linguist List (linguistlist.org)

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About the Author

David Crystal is one of the world's foremost authorities on language.

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Product Details

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Published
29th March 2012
Edition
2nd
Pages
224
ISBN
9781107611801

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